The graph below gives information about the percentage of population in four Asian countries living in cities from 1970 to 2020 with predictions for 2030 and 2040. Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features and make comparisons where relevant.

The chart shows the data of people who live in the urban areas of each four Asia from 1970 to 2020,

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to the projected population between 2030 and 2040.

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the percentage of the population in all countries has increased, and

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expected to continue to rise for the next two decades. Looking at the given picture, in 1970, the Malaysis were the second at 30%. During the 20 years of gradual growth and

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a huge climb to over 80% by the end of the year. So, Malaysia has the highest urbanization rate in all countries.

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, Indonesia has a high urbanization rate, starting at around 15% in 1970 and rising to around 55% in 2040. It ranks second among the four countries.

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the Philippines and Thailand

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showed growth in urban population percentages, their rates of change were steady and mild. The Philippines began with the highest percentage, just above 30%, and is projected to reach close to 50% by 2040. Thailand, starting at nearly 20%, is anticipated to surpass 40% by the same year.