A unique source of social and economic information on this increasingly important region.

Country Surveys
* Detailed coverage of the eight countries of South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, The Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka
* Up-to-date statistical surveys including the latest available figures on population and area, agriculture, industry, trade, transport, communications, media and education
* A directory section of essential contact names, postal addresses and e-mail and internet addresses. Regional Information
* A biographical section profiling prominent figures in the South Asian region
* Directory details of research institutes studying the area and a select book and periodicals bibliography.