Most populated city: Jakarta tops list with estimated 42 million residents; replaces Tokyo
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Most populated city: Jakarta tops list with estimated 42 million residents; replaces Tokyo
Jakarta has surpassed Tokyo as the world's most populated city, now home to an estimated 42 million people, according to a new UN report. Dhaka follows closely. This shift is attributed to updated methodology for defining urban areas. The report highlights a global trend of increasing urbanisation, with cities expected to drive future population growth.
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