Key Indicators for Asia and the Pacific 2012

43rd Edition, with special chapter on “Green Urbanization in Asia”
ADB | Aug. 2012 | ISBN: 9290928164 9789290928164 | 337 pages

This volume is a statistical data book presenting economic, financial, social, and environmental indicators for the 48 regional members of the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

The Key Indicators for Asia and the Pacific 2012 special chapter on “Green Urbanization in Asia” tackles two growing concerns—environmental sustainability and rapid urbanization. While the region continues its economic progress, which boosts the growing number of megacities within the region, issues arise on its environmental consequences, and how the principles of environmental sustainability can be integrated into the region’s economic policies amidst its continued urbanization.

Contents
Statistical Partners
Guide for Users
Highlights
Part 1: Special Chapter: Green Urbanization in Asia
Special Features of Urban Growth in Asia
Environmental Implications of Urbanization in Asia
The Environment-Urbanization Nexus in Asia
Policy Options for Green Cities
Major Findings and Conclusion
References
Part 2: Millennium Development Goals Trends and Tables
Introduction to the Millennium Development Goals
Goal 1: Eradicate Extreme Poverty and Hunger
Goal 2: Achieve Universal Primary Education
Goal 3: Promote Gender Equality and Empower Women
Goal 4: Reduce Child Mortality
Goal 5: Improve Maternal Health
Goal 6: Combat HIV/AIDS, Malaria, and Other Diseases
Goal 7: Ensure Environmental Sustainability
Goal 8: Develop a Global Partnership for Development
Part 3: Regional Trends and Tables
Introduction to the Regional Trends and Tables
People
Economy and Output
Money, Finance, and Prices
Globalization
Transport, Electricity, and Communications
Energy and Environment
Government and Governance
Part 4: Definitions
Millennium Development Goals
Regional Trends and Tables