28 AUGUST 2014
Small island developing states in Asia-Pacific are at a development crossroads. Some have achieved middle-income status. The classification is based on several indicators, one being economic. Some are also ranked as medium human development, a measure of achievement in key areas such as health, income and standard of living. But their progress in addressing economic and environmental vulnerabilities is lagging behind.
Although island states in Asia-Pacific and other regions share several common challenges such as small size, remoteness, limited natural and human resources, and exposure to natural hazards, some challenges are unique to the Pacific.
Source: The Guardian