Grab's Tan Says Southeast Asia Has Huge Problems, Huge Opportunities

The video discusses the potential of Southeast Asia as a dream market due to factors like urban migration, falling smartphone prices, and the rise of millennials. It highlights the excitement around technological democratization and the consumption of data and services. However, it also addresses challenges such as congestion in major cities like Manila, Bangkok, and Jakarta, presenting these as opportunities for innovation, such as improving delivery services and financial transactions via smartphones.

What factors make Southeast Asia an attractive market according to the speaker?

• Stable population growth

• Decreasing interest in technology

• Urban migration and technology access

• High cost of living

Which cities are mentioned as examples of congestion issues in Southeast Asia?

• Mumbai, Delhi, and Karachi

• Tokyo, Seoul, and Beijing

• Manila, Bangkok, and Jakarta

• Hanoi, Kuala Lumpur, and Singapore

How does the speaker describe Jakarta's traffic situation?

• As a city with no traffic issues

• As a smooth-flowing city

• As a model for urban planning

• As the largest parking lot in the world

What solution does the speaker suggest for avoiding long lunch breaks due to traffic?

• Cooking at home

• Using public transport

• Having food delivered within 20 minutes

• Skipping lunch

What convenience does the speaker highlight about smartphones in Southeast Asia?

• Lack of internet connectivity

• Limited app availability

• High cost of data

• Ability to send and receive money anywhere