At the Global Partnership on Plastic Pollution and Marine Litter (GPML) Multi-Stakeholder Event in Busan on December 2, 2024, Hyungsup Lee, Deputy Director-General of the Republic of Korea's Ministry of Environment, reaffirmed the country's commitment to tackling plastic pollution.

Lee expressed that the Republic of Korea is deeply honored to host the 2025 World Environment Day on Jeju Island. "This event will serve as a crucial platform to raise awareness about plastic pollution and unite all sectors—governments, businesses, and civil society—in addressing this critical issue," Lee stated.

He further emphasized that the event would inspire future generations to understand the importance of environmental stewardship and take action towards a sustainable future.

Under the theme "ending plastic pollution," World Environment Day 2025 aims to strengthen global commitment to this urgent cause and catalyze collective action for a sustainable future.