Approximately one-sixth of the worlds----- Nội dung dịch tự động từ ảnh ----- Approximately one-sixth of the worlds (1) which are seen as "“breeding grounds" for social problems such as crime, drug addition, now live in shanty towns, alcoholism, (2) and unemployment. The (3), _of megacities brings enomous challenges to governments, social and environmental planners, architects, engineers and the inhabitants of the megacities. Just one example: the London population grew from one million to eight million in 150 years, while the population of Mexico City grew from one million to over 15 million people in only 50 years. No wonder that the (4) number of people living in cities more demands, in areas such as housing and services. The destruction of our environment and poverty are two other concerns, which city (5). _have to take care of. for citizens. Although Megacities influence a variety of living (6). traffic jams, poor air quality and increasing health risks, make life in (7). more difficult, people continue to choose to live there. Therefore it is essential, that _to help improve more government programmes are carried out in (8) living conditions for the inhabitants of metropolitan areas. However, megacities also offer great chances: they offer opportunities to look for jobs, especially for young people. According to the authority, Mexico City and Sao Paulo produce around 50% of the income of their countries. Bangkok (9). more than 40% to the GDP, (10) _it is home only to 10% of the population of Thailand. |