Developing nation

Developing nation is a somewhat euphemistic term referring to those nations or countries that have not achieved a significant degree of industrialization relative to their populations, and which have a low standard of living. There is a strong correlation between this status and high population growth.

Other terms sometimes used are underdeveloped nations, undeveloped nations, third-world nations, or non-industrialized nations. Conversely, the opposite end of the spectrum is termed developed nations, first-world nations, or industrialized nations.

Nations clearly assigned to this category include:

• Most nations of Africa
• Most nations of Asia, excluding Japan and South Korea
• Most nations of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean