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Empirical Analysis of the Relations between Environment and Development in Asia

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The complex relations between environment and development is a constant issue that must be addressed in implementing the concept of sustainable development, which derives from the conflicts between the two and tries to ensure a dynamic balance between them. It is the primary objective of sustainable development to enhance the abilities of the environment to support human development and satisfy the needs of future generations.

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    The Association of Academies of Sciences in Asia (AASA). (2011). Empirical Analysis of the Relations between Environment and Development in Asia. In: Towards a Sustainable Asia: Green Transition and Innovation. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-16675-4_4

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