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 graph presents the proportion of the urban population in four Asian countries - the Philippines,

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, Thailand, and Indonesia - from 1970 to 2040.

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, all four countries have experienced a notable increase in urbanisation over the time period , with

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having the highest level of urbanisation

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of the period , and Thailand having the lowest. In 1970 ,

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began with approximately a third of its population living in cities , 30 %.

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, it witnessed a slight growth , with practically half of the people residing in cosmopolises, about 45%, in 2 decades. Following a sharp increase to 90% in 2040 . The Philippines

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at a comparable level to

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in 1970. Despite the fluctuations, it is forecast to attain around 55% urban population by 2040. Indonesia, starting from a meagre base of below 15% in 1970. It is projected to draw close to 65% by 2040. Thailand, beginning at roughly 20% in 1970, has had a rather sluggish yet consistent growth pattern. It is predicted to reach nearly 50% in 2040.