The graph below gives information about the percentage of the population in four Asian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020, with predictions for 2030 and 2040.

The line chart illustrates the percentage of the population dwelling in urban areas across four Asian countries: The Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia from 1970 to 2020, with forecasts for 2030 and 2040. Overall, the proportion of urban populations in these countries has experienced significant growth and is projected to continue this upward trajectory over the forthcoming years. In Malaysia, the urban population was recorded at 30% in 1970, which showed a consistent upward trend, reaching slightly above 70% by 2020. It is anticipated to escalate further, likely attaining 80% by 2040, the highest across the countries analyzed. Similarly, Indonesia’s urban inhabitants represented just above 10% in 1970, which had dramatically increased to approximately 50% by 2020 and is anticipated to reach around 60% by 2040. In contrast, the Philippines observed a growth from just over 30% in 1970 to 50% in 1990; however, a subsequent decline to 40% occurred by 2010. Bouncing back, it is expected to rise to 55% and 60% in 2030 and 2040, respectively. Meanwhile, Thailand had under 20% of its population in urban settings in 1970, reflecting only modest increments to around 25% from 1990 to 2020. Yet, projections indicate a notable surge beyond 40% by the years 2030 and 2040.