The State of Environment in Asia: 2005/2006 - Softcover

From the reviews:

"What makes this book both challenging and refreshing is that it’s produced from within the area by those with a vested interest in examining the real issues and commenting upon them. ... Overall, this is a very interesting book. ... It also contains a wealth of detail not easily found elsewhere. ... it would make a fascinating case study and an entry into more detailed work about the region." (Journal of Economic Literature, Vol. 43 (3), 2005)

This is the third volume in a respected series edited by the Japan Environmental Council. Part l covers the environmental impact of the military, trade, agriculture/food and the biodiversity of forests and rice paddies. Part 2 examines the problems unique to Northeast Asia, the Mekong region, and Inner Asia. In April 2005 this book was awarded the 6th Environment for Tomorrow Award by the newspaper Asahi Shimbun.