Sustainable Welfare in the Asia-Pacific
Sustainable Welfare in the Asia-Pacific

Author: Philip A. Lawn

Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing

Published: 2008-01-01

Total Pages: 400

ISBN-13: 9781782542575

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'Lawn and Clarke have compiled and authored an excellent addition to the literature of ecological economics. . . this is an excellent resource for advanced students, academics and practitioners wishing to galvanise an understanding of the measurement of human progress.' - Lindsay Greer, FORUM - Centre for Citizenship, Development and Human Rights

The ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights
The ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights

Author: Hsien-Li Tan

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2011-07-07

Total Pages: 323

ISBN-13: 113950469X

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This assessment of progress in Southeast Asia on human rights begins in the wake of the 'Asian values' debate and culminates in the formal regional institutionalisation of the ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR). Chapters examine the arduous negotiation of AICHR, the evolving relationship between ASEAN states' and the international human rights system, and the historical and experiential reasons for hesitancy. The text concludes with a discussion of how the evolving right to development impacts upon AICHR and international human rights in general, and how their preference for economic, social and development rights could help ASEAN states shape the debate.

Pacific Human Development Report, 1999
Pacific Human Development Report, 1999

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 142

ISBN-13:

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The purpose of this report is to update the assessment of development status and trends in the Pacific region. The sub-title, "Creating opportunities", refers to what poverty means in a practical sense in the countries in the region. It also emphasizes the critical link between effective policies and the availability of sound and timely social data.

Human Development
Human Development

Author: Keya Sengupta

Publisher: Concept Publishing Company

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 236

ISBN-13: 9788180696831

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An East Asian Renaissance
An East Asian Renaissance

Author: Indermit Singh Gill

Publisher: World Bank Publications

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 386

ISBN-13: 082136748X

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An East Asian Renaissance, by a World Bank team led by Chief Economist for East Asia & Pacific, Dr Homi Kharas and Economic Adviser, Dr Indermit Gill is the first comprehensive analysis of the new forces and challenges at play in the region since the Bank's seminal report of 1993, The East Asian Miracle. The report argues that regional flows of goods, finance and technology are helping even smaller East Asian countries reap the benefits of economies of scale and that this regional integration must be encouraged. But it also points out that these measures have to be supported by actions at the domestic level to ease the stresses and strains that rapid economic growth leaves in its wake. East Asia must now turn to the urgent domestic challenges of inequality, social cohesion, corruption and environmental degradation arising from its economic success.

Sustainable Development: Asia-Pacific Perspectives
Sustainable Development: Asia-Pacific Perspectives

Author: Pak Sum Low

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2022-01-13

Total Pages: 512

ISBN-13: 1009040294

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The Asia-Pacific region has been experiencing rapid development in the past 30 years, and issues relating to sustainable development will become increasingly important in the coming decades. This comprehensive overview presents sustainable development from the perspectives of Asia and the Pacific, with contributions from more than 70 leading international experts. The first part focuses on the theories and practices of sustainable development, including national and regional perspectives, as well as international policies and law concerning climate change. The second part highlights the challenges and opportunities of sustainable development and poverty reduction amid the changing ecological, social, cultural, economic, and political environment in this region. These include issues such as the importance of science for sustainable development and related areas, including sustainable energy, stratospheric ozone depletion, climate change, land-use change, biodiversity, and disaster risk reduction. The volume is an invaluable reference for all researchers and policy makers with an interest in sustainable development.

World Development Indicators 2010
World Development Indicators 2010

Author: World Bank

Publisher: World Bank Publications

Published: 2010-04-22

Total Pages: 493

ISBN-13: 0821382322

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Looking for accurate, up-to-date data on development issues? 'World Development Indicators' is the World Bank's premier annual compilation of data about development. This indispensable statistical reference allows you to consult over 800 indicators for more than 150 economies and 14 country groups in more than 90 tables. It provides a current overview of the most recent data available as well as important regional data and income group analysis in six thematic sections: World View, People, Environment, Economy, States and Markets, and Global Links. 'World Development Indicators 2010' presents the most current and accurate development data on both a national level and aggregated globally. It allows you to monitor the progress made toward meeting the Millennium Development Goals endorsed by the United Nations and its member countries, the World Bank, and a host of partner organizations. These goals, which focus on development and the elimination of poverty, serve as the agenda for international development efforts.