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From Oceania to Northern and Central Asia, high metal prices and strong Asian demand for all resources have prospectors and developers combing new ground and revisiting old mining districts in the quest for precious metals, base metals and energy resources. Demand for natural resources throughout Asia continues to grow as societies in China, India and other countries evolve from export orientation to reliance on imports. Looking to integrate vertically, many companies from Asia and around the world are seeking to invest in mining in order to secure a source of raw materials. Australia provides a fundamental link to Asia both as a natural resource supplier and source of mining expertise.

Last year, China surpassed the U.S. as the world's largest energy consumer and is now the second largest economy while also leading the world in coal and gold production.

Indonesia is home to massive coal developments along with Grasberg, the world's largest copper-gold mine, while Mongolia is quickly becoming a mining power with major coal and copper projects. Miners and prospectors also view the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Indochina, Oceania and Central Asia as fertile grounds.

Following mining and resource development projects throughout the Asia-Pacific region, The ASIA Miner provides exploration, project development, investment and technical information to readers throughout Asia, Australia and further afield. Using both print and electronic formats, it has steadily grown to become a trusted media outlet covering the region. The ASIA Miner magazine is published six times per year and is also available in an easy-to-download PDF version from www.asiaminer.com.

The ASIA Miner's editorial content for 2012 will continue to explore the most recent developments and activities in the resources industry, particularly related to the Asia-Pacific mining sector. Each edition profiles a different region and commodity.