The provided graph depicts the urban population percentages of four Asian countries over the years spanning from 1970 to 2020, with projections also provided for 2030 and 2040.
In general, there was a consistent rise in urban populations across all four countries, with Malaysian showing the highest percentage growth, while Thailand is projected to have the lowest proportion of urban residents.
In 1970, Philippines and Malaysia had similar urban residency rates, standing at approximately 31% and 30%, respectively. Thailand and Indonesia trailed behind, with Thailand at 19% and Indonesia at 14%. over the following two decades, Malaysian’s urban residency fluctuated, briefly surpassing the Philippines to reach around 40% before experiencing a notable surge in 1990. Projections suggest that Malaysia’s rate will exceed 80% by 2040. Meanwhile Philippines witnessed a moderate decline after 1990, but there are expectations of a rebound, with rates anticipated to surpass 50% by 2040.
Indonesia has witnessed substantial urban growth, surpassing Thailand’s 28% by 2000 and the Philippines’ 42% in 2010. Projections suggest that it will reach 55%, making it the second highest among the four countries. Meanwhile, Thailand has seen a gradual increase, currently standing at around 30%, with expectations to exceed 40% in the next 20 years.