A better understanding of land cover/land use changes (LCLUC) and their interactions with the atmospheric environment is essential for the sustainable management of natural resources, environmental protection, air quality, agricultural planning and food security. The 15 papers published in this focus issue showcase a variety of studies relating to drivers and impacts of LCLUC and air pollution in different South/Southeast Asian (S/SEA) countries. This synthesis article, in addition to giving context to the articles in this focus issue, also reviews the broad linkages between population, LCLUC and air pollution. Additionally, we identify knowledge gaps and research priorities that are essential in addressing air pollution issues in the region. We conclude that for effective pollution mitigation in S/SEA countries, quantifying drivers, sources and impacts of pollution need a thorough data analysis through ground-based instrumentation, models and integrated research approaches. We also stress the need for the development of sustainable technologies and strengthening the scientific and resource management communities through capacity building and training activities to address air pollution issues in S/SEA countries.

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亚洲的土地覆盖、土地利用变化和空气污染：综合

更好地了解土地覆盖/土地利用变化 (LCLUC) 及其与大气环境的相互作用对于自然资源的可持续管理、环境保护、空气质量、农业规划和粮食安全至关重要。本期重点发表的 15 篇论文展示了与南亚/东南亚 (S/SEA) 不同国家的 LCLUC 和空气污染的驱动因素和影响相关的各种研究。这篇综合文章除了提供本焦点问题文章的背景外，还回顾了人口、LCLUC 和空气污染之间的广泛联系。此外，我们确定了对解决该地区空气污染问题至关重要的知识差距和研究重点。我们的结论是，为了在 S/SEA 国家有效缓解污染，量化驱动因素，污染的来源和影响需要通过地面仪器、模型和综合研究方法进行彻底的数据分析。我们还强调需要通过能力建设和培训活动来开发可持续技术并加强科学和资源管理社区，以解决 S/SEA 国家的空气污染问题。