IFLA Journal. May 1996

This issue of the IFLA Journal explores key developments in library education, information policy, and technology. Articles examine curriculum reform in Eastern Europe, professional training in Asia, and user education in Africa. Additional contributions analyze the role of libraries in national information strategies, the impact of the Internet on resource sharing, and emerging metadata standards. Through global perspectives, the issue highlights the evolving responsibilities of librarians and the strategic importance of international cooperation, innovation, and equitable access to information in a rapidly digitizing world.