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The strong economic recovery that had been under way in parts of Asia in 1999-2000 came to a halt this past year. This edition of the Economic and Social Survey of Asia and the Pacific reviews the...

This publication evaluates the geological prospects, mineral resource potential and mineral development policy of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) member countries...

Issued four times a year, this publication provides data for assessing demographic and economic trends in countries and areas of the Asia and the Pacific region. Data is presented for multiple years...

Issued four times a year, this publication provides data for assessing demographic and economic trends in countries and areas of the Asia and the Pacific region. Data is presented for multiple years...

Issued four times a year, this publication provides data for assessing demographic and economic trends in countries and areas of the Asia and the Pacific region. Data is presented for multiple years...

Focusing on the Least Developed Countries located in the Asia-Pacific region, this study explores the impact of different approaches available to the LDCs and their partners in improving their...

This publication looks at recent developments in corporate social responsibility (CSR) with particular attention to the growing role of impact investment and the need for greater convergence of global...

Persons with disabilities are often the most marginalized and vulnerable groups in the Asia-Pacific region. This paper assesses quantitatively the importance of living or working environmental...

This document reviews the literature on the relationship between agricultural trade policy reform and poverty, and the results of recent detailed simulation studies applied to economies in the ESCAP...

In Asia and the Pacific, the proper removal and disposal of sewage and other polluted waters have been a major problem to governments for years and continue to present a serious challenge. This...

Water is our common treasure, which we have to hand on to the next generation. However, trends show a further increase of the pressure on freshwater resources in Asia and the Pacific due to a steady...

This set of Guidelines have been prepared to assist decision makers, planners and practicing engineers in their efforts to enhance participation in flood mitigation and preparedness. The publication...

This publication provides guidelines on preparing plans for the efficient use of water in residential, municipal and commercial sectors. It contains important information for developing water-use...

Water is the essence of life and is now clearly recognized as a fundamental human right. The provision of safe drinking water and proper sanitation was highlighted for priority action by the Committee...

This publication aims primarily to provide examples of practical application of the strategic planning and management approaches to the preparation of integrated water resources management plans at...

This report offers an overview of issues and challenges in managing urban flood risks which reviews socio-economic impacts of flooding. Impacts of urban development on flood risks are described in the...

This publication presents valuable guidelines for the development of efficient rail services along the routes of the Trans-Asian Railway Northern Corridor (TAR-NC). It highlights those components of...

This publication provides an assessment of the most recent developments in the global economy and their impact and implications for various economies, or groups of economies, within the Economic and...

The Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) has awarded the ESCAP Human Resources Development Award in almost every year since 1990. The award recognizes exceptional...

This review seeks to examine various issues, that are relevant to the development of international land transport routes. The publication gives a comprehensive account to identify various elements for...