Green development has become a major topic ? going Boao forum for Asia in China's southern Hainan province. An article carried in the national newspaper China Daily says the issue means more to Asia than to some other continents where most of the world's developed countries are located. It says although developed countries damaged the environment during the early years of their expansioning growth, they are no longer likely to do so now and in the future. In this regard, the paper suggests Asia draw useful lessons from them. The article says Asia is home to more than half of the world's population,although economic growth is vital for relieving poverty in the region, the article says efforts to improve human welfare will not be successful in the long run if the region continues to use "grow first, clean up later" strategies. But the good news is that many countries are becoming concerns such as air pollution and protected areas. China, for example, has announced 6 new green growth measures and has been taking a more responsible long term attitude to environmental sustainability. It is promoting ? by encouraging economic growth while emphasis enviromental consequences. The Boao forum brings together decision-maker from government, business and academia from Asia and other continents to discuss the regions' top issues and concerns. Its annal conference this year run through this weekend.
