We overview and discuss the IAU today from the viewpoint of its regions based on historical and statis- tical data, and consider the status and future of astronomy in the Asian-Pacific region. New activities of the IAU, the Office of Astronomy for Development (OAD) and the Office for Astronomy Outreach (OAO) for the future evolution of astronomy are introduced. We also review the recent developments in astron- omy in the Asian-Pacific region, and emphasize the importance of regional cooperation and coordination for the future.

ABSTRACT
1. INTRODUCTION: APRIM AND IAU REGIONS
2. ASIAN-PACIFIC REGION IN THE IAU
3. EDUCATIONAL AND OUTREACH ACTIVITIES OFTHE IAU AND ASIAN-PACIFIC REGION
4. GROWTH, COOPERATION AND FUTURE OFASIAN-PACIFIC ASTRONOMY
REFERENCES

• Norio Kaifu(National Astronomical Observatory of Japan)