The Yearbook is a reference paper in the system of statistical publications, which reflects the phenomena and processes which took place insocial and economic life of the country during 2005-2012.

The present edition of the Yearbook is organized in 24 chapters, and includes about 500 tables and graphics comprising an increased and complex volume of information from various subject areas: geography and environment; population; labour force; population incomes and expenditures; prices; dwellings; education and science; health protection; population social assistance; culture andsport; tourism; justice; national accounts; industry; energy and fuel resources; agriculture; investments  in long term tangible assets and construction; transport, post and telecommunications; information technologies; foreign trade; retail trade and services; finance; balance of payments; international statistics.

The main indicators are presented in territorial aspect, by forms of ownership, types of activity. Every chapter contains information regarding data source,and for main indicators there are presented methodological notes.