LEGAL REGULATION OF ELECTRONIC WASTE MANAGEMENT IN THE REPUBLIC OF KAZAKHSTAN

The Republic of Kazakhstan faces a serious electronic waste management problem with significant environmental and public health implications. Legal regulation is critical to address these challenges and to ensure that electronic waste is managed safely and sustainably in accordance with international standards. This article analyses the legal framework for e-waste management in the Republic of Kazakhstan. It identifies areas for improvement and calls for stricter enforcement measures and better regulatory mechanisms.

The aim of the article is to contribute to the development of a more comprehensive and effective legal framework for e-waste management in the Republic of Kazakhstan, consistent with global sustainable development goals, and to address environmental and public health concerns.

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