The 9th Asian-Pacific Regional IAU Meeting

This proceedings covered topics presented in APRIM 2005, i.e. Sun-Earth Interactions, Solar Physics, Planetary Systems, Compact Objects, Stellar Evolution, The Milky Way, up to the Large Scale Structure of the Universe and Cosmology. Also recorded in this proceedings are experiences in managing astronomy shared by countries where the advancement of astronomy is firmly established and less advanced countries. We even noted the situation of astronomy in Iraq which is still in turbulent situation. We also report the discussion and activities in the field of education and popularization of astronomy held in a special session, attended not only by the registered astronomers but also by teachers, students, and amateurs.