The following report presents information on the urban population percentages in the Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia from 1970 to 2040, as depicted in the provided graph.
Overall, the trend shows a consistent increase in urban population percentages for all four Asian countries from 1970 to 2040, with Malaysia projected to have the highest percentage by 2040.
In 1970, the urban population percentage in the Philippines stood at 35%, the highest among the four countries. Over the next two decades, the Philippines experienced significant growth, reaching 50% by 1990. By 2040, the urban population percentage in the Philippines is predicted to be 55%, showing a steady upward trajectory over the years.
In contrast, Malaysia had the second-highest urban population percentage in 1970 at 30%, which increased to 45% by 1990. The projections for 2040 place Malaysia at the forefront with an estimated urban population percentage of 85%, showcasing a remarkable rise over the decades.