The fact that the world’s cities are getting more and more crowded is well-known. Cities such as Tokyo, Sao Paolo, Bombay and Shanghai are now considered ‘mega-cities’, because of their enormous size and huge populations. There are two main reasons why these and other cities are becoming so crowded; one economic, the other socio-cultural.
First, the primary cause of cities becoming so crowded is economic. As a country develops, its cities become the engines of development, thus jobs are available in these areas. Frankfurt, Istanbul, Bombay and Sao Paolo are all the economic centres of their countries. For example, Tokyo was the motor for Japan’s rapid economic development in the 1960’s and 70’s; as a result, its population increased rapidly. People moved to Tokyo because they could find employment and establish economic security for themselves and their families there.
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- Some people think that climate change could have a negative effect on business Other people think that climate change could create more business opportunities Discuss both views and give your own opinion 61
- Why are Cities Becoming Overcrowded 61
- At present the media affect people s lives significantly What impact does this have on society is it a negative or positive development 56
- Some people think that city life style uplift the standard of people while others think that now a days city life become worse To what extend do you agree or disagree 73