Collection Development Policy

The United Nations ESCAP Library aims to bring together a working collection focused on the challenging issues faced by the Asia and Pacific region in the economic and social spheres. It supports the research, learning and study needs of the staff of ESCAP and the United Nations community in Bangkok. Additionally it provides information services to member governments, research agencies, NGOs, academic institutions, diplomatic representatives and civil society in general. As one of the research libraries in Bangkok for its English language collection, it is an important resource.

The Library is committed to providing easy access to information in an atmosphere conducive to study and research, a collection development policy that includes print, electronic and other non-print material, and specialized information access services that promote the effective use of the library's resources.

Privacy Policy

The Library values and protects the personal information collected while providing our services.

Library Access and Loans Policy

Please visit the borrowing page for information on accessing the library, membership and borrowing.