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Asia's Youth and Environmental Challenges: Navigating the Path to the Asian Century
Asia, home to some of the world's most populous nations—India, China, and Indonesia—stands at the forefront of demographic and economic shifts that promise to redefine global power dynamics. With over two billion young people under 30, the region is seen as a critical engine for future growth. These young populations are often heralded as the drivers of the so-called "Asian Century," capable of harnessing rapid economic expansion. Yet, beneath the promising statistics lie complex environmental and social challenges that threaten this optimistic outlook.