Unique directory, covering 22 countries in Asia and the Pacific, providing valuable information for researchers and specialists on the cultural life of the region. Background data on the countries concerned (including the arts scene, cultural policy and cultural exchange opportunities), detailed information on cultural agencies, the performing and visual arts, art festivals, arts training and research, as well as libraries, archives, resource centres, potential sources of funding for the region's arts and culture and details of intergovernmental and non-governmental cultural agencies, overseas cultural missions, arts festivals and foundations.