How many people are there in Southeast Asia? 2024 population data and hot trend analysis
As one of the most dynamic regions in the world, Southeast Asia's demographic structure and development trends have always attracted much attention. This article will combine the latest data and hot topics in the past 10 days to present you with the demographic profile and regional dynamics of Southeast Asia.
1. Southeast Asia’s total population and distribution by country (latest data in 2024)
| Country/Region | Population (10,000) | world ranking | Population density (people/square kilometer) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | 27,800 | No. 4 | 147 |
| Philippines | 11,500 | No. 13 | 368 |
| vietnam | 9,930 | No. 15 | 314 |
| thailand | 7,020 | No. 20 | 137 |
| Myanmar | 5,410 | No. 26 | 82 |
| malaysia | 3,400 | No. 45 | 103 |
| cambodia | 1,670 | No. 71 | 94 |
| laos | 760 | No. 105 | 33 |
| singapore | 600 | No. 113 | 8,358 |
| East Timor | 140 | No. 155 | 94 |
| brunei | 45 | No. 174 | 83 |
2. Recent hot topics in Southeast Asia (last 10 days)
1.Indonesia's capital relocation progress: The new capital Nusantara has launched the construction of the first batch of government office buildings, triggering discussions on population migration
2.Vietnam's manufacturing industry explodes: Samsung Electronics announced an additional investment of US$1 billion to drive a job boom for the northern population.
3.Effects of Thailand’s visa-free policy: Chinese tourists exceeded 800,000 in a single month, and population flow monitoring in tourist areas became the focus
4.Philippines Census Controversy: Preliminary statistics in 2024 show that teenagers account for 32%, and the allocation of educational resources has triggered heated discussions
3. Population structure characteristics of Southeast Asia
| indicator | regional average | highest value country | lowest value country |
|---|---|---|---|
| urbanization rate | 49.7% | Singapore (100%) | Cambodia (24.3%) |
| Median age | 30.2 years old | Thailand (40.1 years) | Philippines (25.7 years) |
| birth rate | 16.8‰ | Philippines (22.3‰) | Thailand (9.1‰) |
| Internet Penetration Rate | 73.5% | Singapore (92%) | Myanmar (56%) |
4. Regional population development trends
1.The formation of super urban agglomerations: The Jakarta-Bangkok-Ho Chi Minh City triangle has gathered a population of 120 million, accounting for 18% of the total regional population.
2.The normalization of cross-border work: There are 3.2 million foreign workers in Malaysia, of which 61% are Indonesians.
3.Significant differences in aging: Thailand’s population over 65 years old accounts for 14.3%, while the Philippines only has 5.9%
4.Digital natives proliferate: The population of Generation Z (10-25 years old) has exceeded 180 million, giving rise to new live streaming e-commerce formats
5. Excerpts from expert opinions
The latest report from the National University of Singapore's Population Research Institute states: "Southeast Asia will contribute 25% of the world’s new workforce by 2030, but countries need to address the skills mismatch problem. "
The World Bank’s head of Southeast Asia said: "Regional demographic dividend window periodIt is expected to last until 2045. The key now is to increase the female labor force participation rate and investment in vocational education. "
The data in this article are based on recent reports from the United Nations Population Division, national statistical offices and authoritative media. If you need detailed regional reports, you can visit the official website of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) for the latest archives.
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