Beijing's move to ban imports of foreign waste has resulted in a shortage of raw materials for its manufacturing sector, but could also boost domestic recycling, experts say.
But for this to happen, the country must put in place a comprehensive system and policy for waste management, and educate its masses about the need to recycle.
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