Jakarta becomes the world's most populous city

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Jakarta is now the world's most populous city with over 41 million residents, according to new United Nations data. Dhaka ranks second and Tokyo third, with nine of the top ten largest cities now located in Asia, highlighting the region's urban dominance. This shift, confirmed by the UN's World Urbanisation Prospects 2025 report, reflects Jakarta's rapid expansion over recent decades.


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