Asia varies greatly across and within its regions with regard to ethnic groups, cultures, environments, economics, historical ties, and government systems.

It is bounded on the east by the Pacific Ocean, on the south by the Indian Ocean, and on the north by the Arctic Ocean. Asia is subdivided into 49 countries, five of which (Georgia, Azerbaijan, Russia, …

2 days ago · Asia has both the highest and the lowest points on the surface of Earth, has the longest coastline of any continent, and is subject overall to the world’s widest climatic extremes.

Asia is a vast continent that accounts for about 30% of the Earth's total land area. It is bordered by the Arctic Ocean to the north, the Pacific Ocean to the east, the Indian Ocean and Oceania to the south, …

Feb 25, 2025 · Asia is the largest of the world’s continents, covering approximately 30 percent of the Earth’s land area. It is also the world’s most populous continent, with roughly 60 percent of the global …

Asia Map Asia, the Earth's largest and most diverse continent, captivates with its staggering blend of cultures, landscapes, and history. Stretching from the frosty Siberian plains to tropical rainforests of …

Countries by Continents: Asia. Index of Asian countries, states, and regions, with population figures, capital cities, and maps.

A map of Asia with countries and labels, including outlines of all the countries. It includes southeast Asia, Middle East and central Asia.

10 hours ago · The Center for Strategic & International Studies analyzes policy issues & geopolitics across Asia. See the latest Asia analysis, research, & events from CSIS.