Most Polluted Cities in Southeast Asia, 2023

In 2023, South Tangerang emerged as the city with the worst air quality in Southeast Asia, according to the latest release by IQAir, a Swiss company specializing in air quality technology and products. The Air Quality Index (AQI) provided by IQAir measures the concentration of air pollutants in the ambient air, offering insights into associated health risks. South Tangerang's ranking as the city with the poorest air quality highlights the severity of pollution levels in the region, posing significant health hazards to residents.

IQAir's findings underscore the urgent need for measures to address air pollution in South Tangerang and other affected areas, emphasizing the importance of effective air quality monitoring and mitigation strategies to safeguard public health and well-being.