The Far East and Australasia 2014

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Europa Publications Ltd
13 November 2013

Yearbooks, annuals, almanacs; Geographical reference; Australasian & Pacific history; 21st century history: from c 2000 -; Politics & government

Series: The Far East and Australasia

This comprehensive survey of the countries of East and South-East Asia, Australia and New Zealand, along with 22 Pacific islands, fully revised to reflect current economic and political developments, is an essential resource for the Asia-Pacific region.

New content for the 2014 edition includes:

in-depth analysis of the tensions on the Korean peninsula, following the imposition of UN sanctions on North Korea in response to its third nuclear test details of the transition to a new generation of leadership in the People’s Republic of China, led by President Xi Jinping coverage of recent legislative and presidential elections, including those in Cambodia, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia and the Philippines

Calendar of Political Events

A calendar of events provides a convenient reference guide to the year’s main political developments

General Survey

Written by leading experts, this collection of essays provides incisive analysis of regional issues. Topics include the rise of China, relations between the USA and the Asia-Pacific region, the security challenges of East and South-East Asia, inter-Korean relations, a survey of environmental affairs in the region and new essays examining the importance of ASEAN-led regional architecture and exploring the refugee politics of Australia .

Country Surveys

Individual chapters on each country containing:

essays on geography, history and the economy

an economic and demographic survey of the latest available statistics on population, health and welfare, agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, industry, finance, trade, transport, tourism, communications and education a comprehensive directory of names and contact details covering the most significant political, financial and commercial institutions a country-specific bibliography

An entire section is dedicated to the Pacific islands, including specially commissioned essays examining the contemporary politics of the islands, their economies, security concerns and the environmental issues confronting them

Regional Information

includes all major international organizations active in the region, their aims, activities, publications and principal personnel a detailed survey of major commodities in Asia and the Pacific

a directory of research institutes specializing in the region

select bibliographies of books and periodicals covering the Asia-Pacific region

Edited by: Europa Publications
Imprint: Europa Publications Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 45th edition
Dimensions: Height: 280mm, Width: 210mm,
Weight: 2.086kg
ISBN: 9781857437003
ISBN 10: 1857437004
Series: The Far East and Australasia
Pages: 1520
Publication Date: 13 November 2013
Audience: General/trade , College/higher education , ELT Advanced , Primary
Replaced By: 9781857437393
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

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Reviews for The Far East and Australasia 2014

An excellent reference work that no library should be without. - International Affairs ... a superb resource which should be in the reference section of any serious research library. - Pacific Affairs ... the directory on government agencies, trade associations, major companies and much else will assist even the seasoned observer of the Asia Pacific. - Asia Pacific Business Review The best publication of its type. - Defence and Foreign Affairs This annual one-volume publication is a masterly piece of work, containing a wealth of information. - Reference Reviews ... an indispensable reference work. - World Affairs Report