1. United Arab Emirates

 

Oil is a major industry in the United Arab Emirates, and oil reserves have been found that allow the country to produce nearly 2.2 million barrels per day. While oil is responsible for most of the country's GDP of $ 375bn, production of building materials, textiles and energy production all play a role as well.

2. Thailand

 

The Thai economy continued to grow throughout the year, and the 1980s experienced huge growth for this small country. GDP for Thailand in 2016 was $ 390.6bn. While Thailand took a number of financial hits in the 1990s, it has recovered and is now considered the top competitor in the economy worldwide. The main industries are agriculture and mining of natural resources, followed by manufacturing and construction.

 

3. The Islamic Republic of Iran

 

Iran relies heavily on the oil industry, which constitutes 80% of the country's total exports. Only 10% of Iran's land can be planted, but agriculture provides employment for one third of the workforce. Water can be scarce, and land in Iran often works too much. Outside oil, textiles are the second largest product produced in this country. As a country that relies on oil, Iran relies on large countries such as China for solid export relations. The country's GDP was $ 412.3bn in 2016.

 

4. Taiwan Province of China

 

Taiwan's main industry is the electronics industry. From smartphones and tablets to personal computers, Taiwan is a large manufacturer of personal electronic devices. Current GDP in Taiwan is $ 519.2 billion, which has declined slightly from the previous year. In addition, Taiwan has a petroleum refining industry that develops, produces chemicals, and produces textiles. The country also produces cars, consumer products and medicines.

5. Saudi Arabia

 

Saudi Arabia is primarily an oil-driven economy controlled by the government. Because this country has around 16% of the total oil reserves in the world, 90% of all export revenues come from oil, and 87% of the money received by the government is through crude oil. However, unemployment can soar in Saudi Arabia. GDP in 2016 was $ 637.8bn, slightly lower than the previous year mainly due to oil price fluctuations.

 

6. Indonesia

 

With good access to many natural resources, Indonesia's GDP continues to grow. In 2016, GDP was $ 941bn and only expected to increase. Indonesia is a large country, with more than 250,000 people living between 17,508 islands. Indonesia is a major exporter of gas, crude oil, rubber, plywood and textiles. While Indonesia's unemployment rate is high, resting at 6%, Indonesia continues to grow and increases GDP as a whole.

 

7. South Korea

 

The service industry is responsible for the position of South Korea currently on the list. Services make up almost 55% of South Korea's $ 1.40trn GDP, which includes grocery stores, chain stores and department stores. Manufacturing is the next largest industry, which is close to 40% of GDP. South Korea produces textiles, ships, cars and electronic goods, among other products intended for personal consumption. This country mainly relies on large countries like China to trade.

 

 

8. India

 

India's GDP has experienced growth over the past few years, with 2016 GDP of $ 2.25trn. Some of the major industries in India include clothing and textiles, chemical production, steel mining, petroleum, software applications and processed food production. Manufacturing fertilizer reaches more than 20% of India's total GDP.

 

9. Japan

 

With a GDP of $ 4.73trn, Japan is the second largest economy in Asia. Japan's biggest export industry is cars, followed by consumer electronics. Japan is one of the top countries in the world that provides electronic devices including computers, cellular phones and high-end professional cameras. Japan also has a large industry in the fields of pharmaceuticals, clothing manufacturing and food processing.

 

 

10. China

As the world's number two economy, China is consistently the highest ranked country in Asia based on GDP. With a total GDP of $ 11.39trn, China far surpasses other Asian countries. Mass production for exports to the world, there are a number of large industries throughout China. Coal, steel and iron mining are the main ones in China, as well as textile manufacturing, car manufacturing, food processing and various consumer products.