Regional Growth and Sustainable Development in Asia

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This book tackles two critical questions stemming from the uneven development of Asian economies: how to implement policies that promote economic growth and lift people out of poverty, and how to ensure that this growth is sustainable, inclusive, and environmentally conscious. By providing a unified perspective on regional growth and sustainable development in Asia, the book emphasizes dynamic modeling and the importance of robust theoretical and empirical modeling in addressing key public policy issues. Topics covered include growth accounting, natural resource management, regulation of environmental externalities, geographic information systems, and regional climate change. Each chapter is authored by international experts actively engaged in research within their fields, offering readers a comprehensive and contemporary view of pressing issues at the intersection of regional growth and sustainable development in Asia. This makes the book a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of economic growth and sustainability in the region.