
By United Nations
This pocketbook comprises statistical info for fifty-eight nations within the Asia-Pacific sector. the information covers inhabitants, social symptoms, employment, strength, nationwide bills, exterior exchange, govt expenditure, finance, creation, costs, land use, delivery and tourism.
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