Asia is a large continent consisting ~30% of the terrestrial area of the Earth. The vegetation types of Asia are very diverse and vulnerable to human activities and climate change. To study and conserve the plant diversity, vegetation and ecosystems in Asia, it is essential to create a collaborative network between the vegetation scientists and researchers of this continent. The Asian Regional Section was formally approved by the IAVS Governing Council in Oct. 2022. The main goal of the Asia Regional Section is to connect and enhance the collaboration of the researchers of vegetation science  investigating Asian vegetation types. The specific aims of the Asian Regional Section contain promotion of vegetation studies in Asia: 

1. Organizing regional and international symposia and field excursions to encourage the Asia vegetation scientists for more collaborations

2. Nurturing young scientists; 

3. Creating a data-sharing platform among Asian vegetation scientists.