5 Most Impoverished Countries in Asia

In this article, we take a look at the 5 most impoverished countries in Asia. If you would like to take a detailed look at our analysis of the Asian economy, you can go to the 25 Most Impoverished Countries in Asia. 

5. Nepal

GDP per Capita (2022): $1,336.5

Poverty Headcount (2010): 25.2%

Poverty Gap (2010): 1.6%

Gini Index Value (2010): 32.8

Average Rank: 10

UNICEF reports that two-thirds of the children in Nepal are deprived of at least one of the seven basic needs. This is why Nepal is one of the most impoverished countries in Asia.