Published as a supplement to four articles including "Hanoi: The Capital Today" and the Asia-Pacific map in the November 1989 issue of National Geographic, this piece presents an abundance of information on the economic growth and development of the Western Pacific Rim. Discover the exciting changes taking place that are sure to affect the world economy in the decades to come.
The Western Pacific Rim map features:• An article on the sweeping social and economic changes taking place in the region
• Information about industries, imports, exports, government, and population trends
• Information about nuclear testing issues and oceanic nuclear test sites
• Air hubs, major sea-lanes, strategic waterways, and fiber optic communication cables
• Military facilities, communication facilities, and Western Pacific Rim disputes
• Intraregional trade partners, selected regional associations, major specialized ports, mineral resources, and principal trade commodities
• Average gross national product per capita late 1980s
Coverage Area: Western Pacific Rim
Geography | Western Pacific Rim |
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Geotype | Region |
Map Type | Historical Maps |
Publisher | NG Classic |
Usage Type | Classroom Maps |