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- Jakarta has officially surpassed Tokyo to become the world's largest city, with an estimated population of 41.9 million, according to the United Nations World Urbanization Prospects 2025 report.
- Dhaka follows with 36.6 million residents, while Tokyo falls to third place at 33.4 million.
- The rapid urbanization in Asia, where nine of the ten largest cities are located, creates social pressures and environmental vulnerabilities.
