BANGKOK -- "Beating plastic pollution" has been set as the theme for World Environment Day on June 5, but Thailand is falling behind Asian and European countries in the fight against plastic waste.
Dead whale brings packaging overuse and government inaction into focus
Individually wrapped bananas draw criticism from environmental groups as being one of the many wasteful practices of retailers that contribute to Thailand's problem with pollution. (Photo by George Styllis)
BANGKOK -- "Beating plastic pollution" has been set as the theme for World Environment Day on June 5, but Thailand is falling behind Asian and European countries in the fight against plastic waste.