Most Powerful Countries in the World 2023

Introduction

The world’s most powerful countries are determined by a variety of factors, including economic strength, military might, and cultural influence. In terms of economic power, the United States remains the world’s largest economy, with a GDP of over $21 trillion in 2021. China is the world’s second-largest economy, with a GDP of over $16 trillion, but its economic growth has been slowing down in recent years. Japan, Germany, and the United Kingdom round out the top five largest economies in the world.

In terms of military power, the United States has the world’s most powerful military, with a budget of over $740 billion in 2021. Its military includes more than 1.3 million active-duty personnel, over 8,000 tanks, and over 11,000 aircraft. Russia and China are also considered to have powerful militaries, with modern weapons systems and advanced technology. The United Kingdom and France also have significant military capabilities and are among the few countries with nuclear weapons.

Cultural influence is another factor that contributes to a country’s power. The United States has the most significant cultural influence in the world, with American music, movies, and television shows being popular around the world. Other countries, such as Japan and South Korea, have also become significant cultural influencers in recent years, particularly in the realm of popular music.

Overall, the most powerful countries in the world are those with a combination of economic, military, and cultural power. The United States remains the most powerful country in the world, followed by China and Russia. However, the balance of power may shift in the coming years as countries like India and Brazil continue to grow economically and assert themselves on the global stage.

World Power Rankings

Country	Powerful Countries	Power Index	GDP
Afghanistan	No	2.31	15 billion
Albania	No	1.85	18 billion
Andorra	No		3 billion
Angola	No	0.87	67 billion
Anguilla	No
Antigua and Barbuda	No		1 billion
Argentina	No	0.42	487 billion
Armenia	No	1.91	14 billion
Aruba	No		3 billion
Ashmore and Cartier Islands	No
Australian Indian Ocean Territories	No
Austria	No	1.65	480 billion
Azerbaijan	No	0.94	55 billion
Bahrain	No	1.45	39 billion
Bangladesh	No	0.59	416 billion
Barbados	No		5 billion
Belarus	No	1.05	68 billion
Belgium	No	1.18	594 billion
Belize	No		2 billion
Benin	No	4.13	17 billion
Bermuda	No		7 billion
Bhutan	No	6.2	3 billion
Bolivia	No	1.43	40 billion
Bosnia and Herzegovina	No	3.08	23 billion
Botswana	No	2.79	18 billion
British Virgin Islands	No
Brunei	No		14 billion
Bulgaria	No	0.98	84 billion
Burkina Faso	No	2.66	20 billion
Burundi	No		3 billion
Cambodia	No	2.13	27 billion
Cameroon	No	2.03	45 billion
Canada	No	0.4	2 trillion
Cape Verde	No
Cayman Islands	No		6 billion
Central African Republic	No	3.29	3 billion
Chad	No	1.98	12 billion
Chile	No	0.77	317 billion
Colombia	No	0.7	314 billion
Comoros	No		1 billion
Costa Rica	No		64 billion
Croatia	No	1.21	69 billion
Cuba	No	1.15	107 billion
Curaçao	No
Cyprus	No		28 billion
Czech Republic	No	0.79	282 billion
Democratic Republic of the Congo	No	1.31	55 billion
Denmark	No	0.8	398 billion
Djibouti	No		3 billion
Dominica	No		554 million
Dominican Republic	No	2.57	94 billion
East Timor	No		4 billion
Ecuador	No	1.22	106 billion
El Salvador	No	2.86	29 billion
Equatorial Guinea	No		12 billion
Eritrea	No	2.3
Estonia	No	2.07	37 billion
Ethiopia	No	0.8	111 billion
Faroe Islands	No		4 billion
Federated States of Micronesia	No		404 million
Fiji	No		4 billion
Finland	No	0.81	297 billion
Gabon	No	2.92	20 billion
Georgia	No	1.72	19 billion
Ghana	No	2.17	78 billion
Greece	No	0.46	215 billion
Grenada	No		1 billion
Guam	No		6 billion
Guatemala	No	2.04	86 billion
Guernsey	No
Guinea	No		16 billion
Guinea-Bissau	No		2 billion
Guyana	No		8 billion
Haiti	No		21 billion
Honduras	No	1.89	28 billion
Hong Kong	No		369 billion
Hungary	No	0.86	182 billion
Iceland	No	3.49	26 billion
Iraq	No	0.74	208 billion
Ireland	No	1.82	504 billion
Isle of Man	No		7 billion
Ivory Coast	No	2.09	70 billion
Jamaica	No		15 billion
Jersey	No
Jordan	No	1.51	46 billion
Kazakhstan	No	1.09	197 billion
Kenya	No	1.77	110 billion
Kiribati	No
Kosovo	No	3.29	9 billion
Kuwait	No	1.44	106 billion
Kyrgyzstan	No	2.17	9 billion
Laos	No	2.32	19 billion
Latvia	No	1.92	40 billion
Lebanon	No	2.24	23 billion
Lesotho	No		2 billion
Liberia	No	4	4 billion
Libya	No	1.47	43 billion
Liechtenstein	No		6 billion
Lithuania	No	1.9	66 billion
Luxembourg	No	2.82	86 billion
Macau	No		30 billion
Madagascar	No	2.91	14 billion
Malawi	No		13 billion
Malaysia	No	0.62	373 billion
Maldives	No		5 billion
Mali	No	2.2	19 billion
Malta	No		17 billion
Marshall Islands	No		260 million
Mauritania	No	3.04	10 billion
Mauritius	No		12 billion
Mexico	No	0.47	1.3 trillion
Moldova	No	4.09	14 billion
Monaco	No		9 billion
Mongolia	No	2.03	15 billion
Montenegro	No	2.87	6 billion
Montserrat	No
Morocco	No	1.05	143 billion
Mozambique	No	2.29	16 billion
Myanmar	No	0.58	65 billion
Namibia	No	2.71	12 billion
Nauru	No		133 million
Nepal	No	2.87	36 billion
Netherlands	No	0.58	1 trillion
New Caledonia	No		10 billion
New Zealand	No	2.06	250 billion
Nicaragua	No	2.57	14 billion
Niger	No	2.63	15 billion
Nigeria	No	0.56	441 billion
Norfolk Island	No
North Korea	No	0.51
Northern Mariana Islands	No		1 billion
Norway	No	0.53	482 billion
Oman	No	1.41	88 billion
Palau	No		218 million
Palestine	No
Panama	No	3.29	64 billion
Papua New Guinea	No		27 billion
Paraguay	No	1.79	39 billion
Peru	No	0.85	223 billion
Philippines	No	0.48	394 billion
Portugal	No	0.61	254 billion
Puerto Rico	No		107 billion
Qatar	No	1.13	180 billion
Republic of Macedonia	No		14 billion
Republic of the Congo	No	2.67	13 billion
Romania	No	0.77	284 billion
Rwanda	No		11 billion
Saint Helena	No
Saint Kitts and Nevis	No
Saint Lucia	No
Saint Martin	No
Saint Pierre and Miquelon	No
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines	No
Saint-Barthélemy	No
Samoa	No
San Marino	No		2 billion
Senegal	No	2.8	28 billion
Serbia	No	0.96	63 billion
Seychelles	No		1 billion
Siachen Glacier	No
Sierra Leone	No	3.52	4 billion
Singapore	No	0.46	397 billion
Sint Maarten	No		1 billion
Slovakia	No	1.18	117 billion
Slovenia	No	1.73	62 billion
Solomon Islands	No		2 billion
Somalia	No	4.02	8 billion
Somaliland	No
South Africa	No	0.49	419 billion
South Sudan	No	2.53
Sri Lanka	No	1.25	89 billion
Sudan	No	1.41	34 billion
Suriname	No	4	3 billion
Sweden	No	0.57	636 billion
Switzerland	No	0.72	801 billion
Syria	No	1.11	11 billion
São Tomé and Príncipe	No		527 million
Tajikistan	No	2.64	9 billion
Tanzania	No	2.04	68 billion
The Bahamas	No		11 billion
The Gambia	No		2 billion
Togo	No		8 billion
Tonga	No
Trinidad and Tobago	No		24 billion
Tunisia	No	1.32	47 billion
Turkey	No		819 billion
Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus	No
Turkmenistan	No	1.6	45 billion
Turks and Caicos Islands	No		943 million
Tuvalu	No
Uganda	No	1.63	41 billion
United Arab Emirates	No	0.9	415 billion
United States Virgin Islands	No		4 billion
Uruguay	No	1.93	59 billion
Uzbekistan	No	1.07	69 billion
Vanuatu	No		956 million
Vatican City	No
Venezuela	No	0.82
Western Sahara	No
Yemen	No	1.4	22 billion
Zambia	No	1.79	22 billion
Zimbabwe	No	1.98	28 billion
Eswatini	No		5 billion
Åland Islands	No
Algeria	Yes	0.39	163 billion
Australia	Yes	0.26	1.6 trillion
Brazil	Yes	0.22	1.6 trillion
Egypt	Yes	0.22	404 billion
France	Yes	0.19	3 trillion
Germany	Yes	0.39	4.3 trillion
India	Yes	0.1	3.2 trillion
Indonesia	Yes	0.22	1.2 trillion
Iran	Yes	0.27	360 billion
Israel	Yes	0.28	489 billion
Italy	Yes	0.2	2.1 trillion
Japan	Yes	0.17	4.9 trillion
Pakistan	Yes	0.17	348 billion
People's Republic of China	Yes	0.07	17.7 trillion
Poland	Yes	0.34	679 billion
Russia	Yes	0.07	1.8 trillion
Saudi Arabia	Yes	0.36	834 billion
South Korea	Yes	0.15	1.8 trillion
Spain	Yes	0.36	1.4 trillion
Taiwan	Yes	0.36
Thailand	Yes	0.37	506 billion
Ukraine	Yes	0.25	200 billion
United Kingdom	Yes	0.14	3.1 trillion
United States of America	Yes	0.07	23.3 trillion
Vietnam	Yes	0.29	366 billion

Most Powerful Countries

The ten most powerful countries are the United States, Russia, China, India, the United Kingdom, South Korea, Pakistan, Japan, France, and Italy. The United States is the most powerful country in the world, with a power index of 0.0712. Russia is the second most powerful country, with a power index of 0.0714. China ranks third, with a power index of 0.072. India is the fourth most powerful country with a power index of 0.103. The United Kingdom is the fifth most powerful country, boasting a power index of 0.144. South Korea is the sixth most powerful country with a power index of 0.151. Pakistan ranks seventh, with a power index of 0.169. Japan follows closely in eighth place, with a power index of 0.171. France is the ninth most powerful country, with a power index of 0.185. Lastly, Italy is the tenth most powerful country in the world with a power index of 0.197.

The top 10 most powerful countries are:

1. United States – 0.0712
2. Russia – 0.0714
3. China – 0.072
4. India – 0.103
5. United Kingdom – 0.144
6. South Korea – 0.151
7. Pakistan – 0.169
8. Japan – 0.171
9. France – 0.185
10. Italy – 0.197

Most Powerful Country in the World

The United States is the most powerful country in the world, with a power index of 0.0712. It has one of the largest economies in the world and is home to some of the world’s most influential and innovative companies. The US military is the most technologically advanced in the world, with a significant presence and influence globally. The country also holds considerable cultural and political influence, with Hollywood films and American popular culture being recognized worldwide. Additionally, the US dollar is the world’s primary reserve currency, giving it significant economic leverage. All of these factors contribute to the US being regarded as the most powerful country in the world.

Source

The data used to rank the most powerful countries comes from Global Firepower, a website that provides a comprehensive military ranking and analysis of nations worldwide. Global Firepower’s power index takes into account over 50 different factors, including military resources, economic capabilities, natural resources, and geographical location, to provide a unique measure of a country’s overall power. The website updates its rankings annually and has become a widely respected source of information for military analysts, policymakers, and the general public.

Countries by Power

Afghanistan

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2.31

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15 billion

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Åland Islands

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Albania

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1.85

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18 billion

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Algeria

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0.39

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163 billion

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Algeria is the twenty-fifth most powerful country in the world and the second most powerful country in Africa. The country has a power index of 0.391. Algeria is located in North Africa and has a diverse economy, with its oil and gas industry being the largest. The country is also known for its rich history and cultural heritage, which includes contributions to the fields of art, music, and literature. Algeria is a member of the United Nations and the African Union, and it plays an important role in regional politics and diplomacy.

Andorra

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3 billion

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#171

Angola

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0.87

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67 billion

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#78

Anguilla

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Antigua and Barbuda

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1 billion

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#183

Argentina

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0.42

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487 billion

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#27

Armenia

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1.91

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#93

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14 billion

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#134

Aruba

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3 billion

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#172

Ashmore and Cartier Islands

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Australia

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0.26

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#15

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1.6 trillion

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#13

Australia is the fifteenth most powerful country in the world with a power index of 0.257 and has a GDP of $1.6T. Australia is known for its unique flora and fauna, stunning landscapes, and laid-back lifestyle.

Australian Indian Ocean Territories

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Austria

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1.65

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#83

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480 billion

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#29

Azerbaijan

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0.94

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#56

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55 billion

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#87

Bahrain

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1.45

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#78

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39 billion

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#97

Bangladesh

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0.59

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#39

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416 billion

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#32

Barbados

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5 billion

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#162

Belarus

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1.05

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68 billion

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#76

Belgium

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1.18

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#67

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594 billion

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#23

Belize

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2 billion

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#178

Benin

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4.13

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#141

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17 billion

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#124

Bermuda

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7 billion

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#156

Bhutan

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6.2

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#142

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3 billion

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#175

Bolivia

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1.43

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#76

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40 billion

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#94

Bosnia and Herzegovina

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3.08

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#131

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23 billion

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#111

Botswana

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2.79

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#122

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18 billion

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#122

Brazil

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0.22

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1.6 trillion

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Brazil is the eleventh most powerful country in the world and the most powerful country in South America. It has a power index of 0.215 and a GDP of $1.6T. Brazil is known for its rich cultural heritage, including its music, dance, and soccer, which have gained popularity worldwide.

British Virgin Islands

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Brunei

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14 billion

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#133

Bulgaria

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0.98

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#58

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84 billion

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#71

Burkina Faso

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2.66

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#119

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20 billion

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#117

Burundi

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3 billion

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#174

Cambodia

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2.13

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#105

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27 billion

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#107

Cameroon

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2.03

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#99

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45 billion

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#90

Canada

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0.4

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#26

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2 trillion

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Cape Verde

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Cayman Islands

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6 billion

Ranked in the World

#159

Central African Republic

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3.29

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#134

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3 billion

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#176

Chad

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1.98

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12 billion

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#141

Chile

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0.77

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317 billion

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#43

Colombia

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0.7

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#42

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314 billion

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#44

Comoros

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1 billion

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#185

Costa Rica

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64 billion

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#81

Croatia

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1.21

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#68

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69 billion

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#75

Cuba

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1.15

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107 billion

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#62

Curaçao

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Cyprus

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28 billion

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#104

Czech Republic

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0.79

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282 billion

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#47

Democratic Republic of the Congo

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1.31

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55 billion

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#86

Denmark

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0.8

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398 billion

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#35

Djibouti

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3 billion

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#170

Dominica

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554 million

Ranked in the World

#191

Dominican Republic

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2.57

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94 billion

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#66

East Timor

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4 billion

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#168

Ecuador

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1.22

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Egypt

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0.22

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404 billion

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Egypt is the twelfth most powerful country in the world and the most powerful country in Africa. It has a power index of 0.222 and a GDP of $404.1B. Egypt is home to many ancient wonders, such as the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx.

El Salvador

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2.86

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29 billion

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#102

Equatorial Guinea

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12 billion

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#140

Eritrea

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2.3

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#111

Estonia

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2.07

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37 billion

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#98

Eswatini

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5 billion

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#163

Ethiopia

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0.8

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111 billion

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#60

Faroe Islands

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4 billion

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#167

Federated States of Micronesia

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404 million

Ranked in the World

#193

Fiji

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4 billion

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#164

Finland

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0.81

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#50

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297 billion

Ranked in the World

#45

France

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0.19

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3 trillion

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France is the ninth most powerful country in the world, with a power index of 0.185 and a GDP of $3 trillion. The country has a rich cultural history and is known for its fashion, cuisine, and art.

Gabon

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2.92

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20 billion

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#116

Georgia

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1.72

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#84

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19 billion

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#120

Germany

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0.39

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Germany is the twenty-fourth most powerful country in the world with a power index of 0.388. Germany has the fourth-largest economy in the world and is a leading exporter of machinery, vehicles, chemicals, and household equipment. It is also known for its contributions to the fields of science, philosophy, music, and literature. Germany is a member of the European Union and plays a significant role in the global political and economic landscape.

Ghana

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2.17

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78 billion

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#72

Greece

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0.46

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#29

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215 billion

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#51

Grenada

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1 billion

Ranked in the World

#188

Guam

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GDP

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6 billion

Ranked in the World

#157

Guatemala

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Power Index

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2.04

Ranked in the World

#101

GDP

help

86 billion

Ranked in the World

#69

Power Index

help

1.89

Ranked in the World

#91

GDP

help

28 billion

Ranked in the World

#103

Hong Kong

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GDP

help

369 billion

Ranked in the World

#39

Hungary

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Power Index

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0.86

Ranked in the World

#53

GDP

help

182 billion

Ranked in the World

#55

Iceland

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Power Index

help

3.49

Ranked in the World

#135

GDP

help

26 billion

Ranked in the World

#109

India

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Yes

Power Index

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0.1

Ranked in the World

GDP

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3.2 trillion

Ranked in the World

India is the fourth most powerful country in the world, with a power index of 0.103 and a GDP of $3.2 trillion. The country has a growing economy and a large population, making it a major player in the global economy.

Indonesia

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Yes

Power Index

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0.22

Ranked in the World

#13

GDP

help

1.2 trillion

Ranked in the World

#16

Indonesia is the thirteenth most powerful country in the world and one of the most powerful countries in Asia. It has a power index of 0.222 and a GDP of $1.2T. Indonesia is the world's fourth most populous country and has a diverse culture with over 300 ethnic groups.

Iran

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Yes

Power Index

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0.27

Ranked in the World

#16

GDP

help

360 billion

Ranked in the World

#41

Iran is the sixteenth most powerful country in the world with a power index of 0.271, and a GDP of $359.7B. Iran has a rich cultural heritage and has made significant contributions to art, literature, and science.

Iraq

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Power Index

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0.74

Ranked in the World

#44

GDP

help

208 billion

Ranked in the World

#52

Ireland

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Power Index

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1.82

Ranked in the World

#89

GDP

help

504 billion

Ranked in the World

#25

Isle of Man

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GDP

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7 billion

Ranked in the World

#155

Israel

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Powerful Countries

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Yes

Power Index

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0.28

Ranked in the World

#17

GDP

help

489 billion

Ranked in the World

#26

Israel is the seventeenth most powerful country in the world with a power index of 0.276, and a GDP of $488.5B. Israel is a major center for technology and innovation and has a thriving film industry.

Italy

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Yes

Power Index

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0.2

Ranked in the World

#10

GDP

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2.1 trillion

Ranked in the World

Italy is the tenth most powerful country in the world, with a power index of 0.197 and a GDP of $2.1 trillion. The country has a significant cultural impact on the world, particularly in the areas of art, architecture, and fashion.

Ivory Coast

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Power Index

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2.09

Ranked in the World

#104

GDP

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70 billion

Ranked in the World

#73

Jamaica

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GDP

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15 billion

Ranked in the World

#130

Japan

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Yes

Power Index

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0.17

Ranked in the World

GDP

help

4.9 trillion

Ranked in the World

Japan is the eighth most powerful country in the world, with a power index of 0.171 and a GDP of $4.9 trillion. The country has a significant cultural impact on the world, particularly in the areas of technology and entertainment.

Jersey

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Jordan

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Power Index

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1.51

Ranked in the World

#80

GDP

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46 billion

Ranked in the World

#89

Kazakhstan

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Power Index

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1.09

Ranked in the World

#62

GDP

help

197 billion

Ranked in the World

#54

Kenya

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Power Index

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1.77

Ranked in the World

#86

GDP

help

110 billion

Ranked in the World

#61

Kiribati

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Kosovo

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Power Index

help

3.29

Ranked in the World

#132

GDP

help

9 billion

Ranked in the World

#148

Kuwait

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Power Index

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1.44

Ranked in the World

#77

GDP

help

106 billion

Ranked in the World

#65

Kyrgyzstan

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Power Index

help

2.17

Ranked in the World

#106

GDP

help

9 billion

Ranked in the World

#151

Laos

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Power Index

help

2.32

Ranked in the World

#113

GDP

help

19 billion

Ranked in the World

#119

Latvia

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Power Index

help

1.92

Ranked in the World

#94

GDP

help

40 billion

Ranked in the World

#95

Lebanon

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Power Index

help

2.24

Ranked in the World

#109

GDP

help

23 billion

Ranked in the World

#112

Lesotho

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GDP

help

2 billion

Ranked in the World

#177

Liberia

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Power Index

help

Ranked in the World

#138

GDP

help

4 billion

Ranked in the World

#169

Libya

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Power Index

help

1.47

Ranked in the World

#79

GDP

help

43 billion

Ranked in the World

#92

Liechtenstein

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GDP

help

6 billion

Ranked in the World

#158

Lithuania

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Luxembourg

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Power Index

help

2.82

Ranked in the World

#124

GDP

help

86 billion

Ranked in the World

#70

Macau

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GDP

help

30 billion

Ranked in the World

#101

Madagascar

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Power Index

help

2.91

Ranked in the World

#128

GDP

help

14 billion

Ranked in the World

#131

Malawi

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help

GDP

help

13 billion

Ranked in the World

#138

Malaysia

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help

Power Index

help

0.62

Ranked in the World

#41

GDP

help

373 billion

Ranked in the World

#38

Maldives

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GDP

help

5 billion

Ranked in the World

#161

Mali

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Power Index

help

2.2

Ranked in the World

#108

GDP

help

19 billion

Ranked in the World

#118

Malta

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GDP

help

17 billion

Ranked in the World

#123

Marshall Islands

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GDP

help

260 million

Ranked in the World

#194

Mauritania

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Power Index

help

3.04

Ranked in the World

#130

GDP

help

10 billion

Ranked in the World

#147

Mauritius

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GDP

help

12 billion

Ranked in the World

#142

Mexico

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Power Index

help

0.47

Ranked in the World

#30

GDP

help

1.3 trillion

Ranked in the World

#15

Moldova

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Power Index

help

4.09

Ranked in the World

#140

GDP

help

14 billion

Ranked in the World

#136

Monaco

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help

GDP

help

9 billion

Ranked in the World

#150

Mongolia

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Power Index

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2.03

Ranked in the World

#98

GDP

help

15 billion

Ranked in the World

#127

Montenegro

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Power Index

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2.87

Ranked in the World

#126

GDP

help

6 billion

Ranked in the World

#160

Montserrat

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Morocco

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Power Index

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1.05

Ranked in the World

#60

GDP

help

143 billion

Ranked in the World

#58

Mozambique

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Power Index

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2.29

Ranked in the World

#110

GDP

help

16 billion

Ranked in the World

#126

Myanmar

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Power Index

help

0.58

Ranked in the World

#37

GDP

help

65 billion

Ranked in the World

#80

Namibia

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Power Index

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2.71

Ranked in the World

#121

GDP

help

12 billion

Ranked in the World

#139

Nauru

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GDP

help

133 million

Ranked in the World

#196

Nepal

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Power Index

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2.87

Ranked in the World

#127

GDP

help

36 billion

Ranked in the World

#99

Netherlands

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help

Power Index

help

0.58

Ranked in the World

#38

GDP

help

1 trillion

Ranked in the World

#17

New Caledonia

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GDP

help

10 billion

Ranked in the World

#146

New Zealand

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Power Index

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2.06

Ranked in the World

#102

GDP

help

250 billion

Ranked in the World

#49

Nicaragua

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Power Index

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2.57

Ranked in the World

#115

GDP

help

14 billion

Ranked in the World

#132

Niger

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Power Index

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2.63

Ranked in the World

#117

GDP

help

15 billion

Ranked in the World

#128

Nigeria

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Power Index

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0.56

Ranked in the World

#35

GDP

help

441 billion

Ranked in the World

#30

Power Index

help

0.53

Ranked in the World

#34

GDP

help

482 billion

Ranked in the World

#28

Oman

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Power Index

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1.41

Ranked in the World

#74

GDP

help

88 billion

Ranked in the World

#68

Pakistan

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Yes

Power Index

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0.17

Ranked in the World

GDP

help

348 billion

Ranked in the World

#42

Pakistan is the seventh most powerful country in the world, with a power index of 0.169 and a GDP of $348.3 billion. The country is a nuclear power and has significant military influence in the region.

Palau

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GDP

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218 million

Ranked in the World

#195

Palestine

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Panama

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Power Index

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3.29

Ranked in the World

#133

GDP

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64 billion

Ranked in the World

#82

Papua New Guinea

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GDP

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27 billion

Ranked in the World

#108

Paraguay

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Power Index

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1.79

Ranked in the World

#87

GDP

help

39 billion

Ranked in the World

#96

People's Republic of China

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Yes

Power Index

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0.07

Ranked in the World

GDP

help

17.7 trillion

Ranked in the World

China is the third most powerful country in the world, with a power index of 0.072 and a GDP of $17.7 trillion, making it the second-largest economy globally. China has a large population and is the world's largest exporter of goods, making it a major player in the global economy.

Peru

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Power Index

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0.85

Ranked in the World

#52

GDP

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223 billion

Ranked in the World

#50

Philippines

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Power Index

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0.48

Ranked in the World

#31

GDP

help

394 billion

Ranked in the World

#37

Poland

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Powerful Countries

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Yes

Power Index

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0.34

Ranked in the World

#19

GDP

help

679 billion

Ranked in the World

#21

Poland is the nineteenth most powerful country in the world and one of the most powerful countries in Europe. The country has a power index of 0.341 and a GDP of $679.4B. Poland is known for its rich cultural heritage, including its traditional folk music, dance, and cuisine.

Portugal

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Power Index

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0.61

Ranked in the World

#40

GDP

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254 billion

Ranked in the World

#48

Puerto Rico

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GDP

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107 billion

Ranked in the World

#63

Qatar

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Power Index

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1.13

Ranked in the World

#64

GDP

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180 billion

Ranked in the World

#56

Republic of Macedonia

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GDP

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14 billion

Ranked in the World

#135

Republic of the Congo

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Power Index

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2.67

Ranked in the World

#120

GDP

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13 billion

Ranked in the World

#137

Romania

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Power Index

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0.77

Ranked in the World

#46

GDP

help

284 billion

Ranked in the World

#46

Russia

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Powerful Countries

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Yes

Power Index

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0.07

Ranked in the World

GDP

help

1.8 trillion

Ranked in the World

#11

Russia is the second most powerful country in the world, with a power index of 0.0714 and a GDP of $1.8 trillion. The country holds significant political and military influence globally and is one of the largest producers of oil and natural gas.

Rwanda

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GDP

Yes

Power Index

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0.36

Ranked in the World

#21

GDP

help

834 billion

Ranked in the World

#18

Saudi Arabia is the twenty-first most powerful country in the world with a power index of 0.363, and a GDP of $833.5B. Saudi Arabia is home to some of the world's most important Islamic sites and is the world's leading producer of oil.

Senegal

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Power Index

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2.8

Ranked in the World

#123

GDP

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28 billion

Ranked in the World

#106

Serbia

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Power Index

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0.96

Ranked in the World

#57

GDP

help

63 billion

Ranked in the World

#83

Seychelles

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GDP

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1 billion

Ranked in the World

#184

Siachen Glacier

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Sierra Leone

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Power Index

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3.52

Ranked in the World

#136

GDP

help

4 billion

Ranked in the World

#166

Singapore

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Power Index

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0.46

Ranked in the World

#28

GDP

help

397 billion

Ranked in the World

#36

Sint Maarten

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GDP

help

1 billion

Ranked in the World

#186

Slovakia

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Power Index

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1.18

Ranked in the World

#66

GDP

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117 billion

Ranked in the World

#59

Slovenia

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Power Index

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1.73

Ranked in the World

#85

GDP

help

62 billion

Ranked in the World

#84

Solomon Islands

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GDP

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2 billion

Ranked in the World

#181

Somalia

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Power Index

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4.02

Ranked in the World

#139

GDP

help

8 billion

Ranked in the World

#154

Somaliland

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South Africa

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Power Index

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0.49

Ranked in the World

#32

GDP

help

419 billion

Ranked in the World

#31

South Korea

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Powerful Countries

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Yes

Power Index

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0.15

Ranked in the World

GDP

help

1.8 trillion

Ranked in the World

#10

South Korea is the sixth most powerful country in the world, with a power index of 0.151 and a GDP of $1.8 trillion. The country has a strong economy and is a major player in the global electronics industry, with companies like Samsung and LG based there.

South Sudan

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Power Index

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2.53

Ranked in the World

#114

Spain

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Powerful Countries

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Yes

Power Index

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0.36

Ranked in the World

#20

GDP

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1.4 trillion

Ranked in the World

#14

Spain is the twentieth most powerful country in the world and one of the most powerful countries in Europe. The country has a power index of 0.356 and a GDP of $1.4T. Spain has a rich cultural heritage, including its art, architecture, music, and dance, and is known for its beautiful beaches and warm climate.

Sri Lanka

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Power Index

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1.25

Ranked in the World

#70

GDP

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89 billion

Ranked in the World

#67

Sudan

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Power Index

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1.41

Ranked in the World

#75

GDP

help

34 billion

Ranked in the World

#100

Suriname

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Power Index

help

Ranked in the World

#137

GDP

help

3 billion

Ranked in the World

#173

Sweden

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Power Index

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0.57

Ranked in the World

#36

GDP

help

636 billion

Ranked in the World

#22

Switzerland

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Power Index

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0.72

Ranked in the World

#43

GDP

help

801 billion

Ranked in the World

#20

Syria

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Power Index

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1.11

Ranked in the World

#63

GDP

help

11 billion

Ranked in the World

#144

Taiwan

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Yes

Power Index

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0.36

Ranked in the World

#22

Taiwan is the twenty-second most powerful country in the world and one of the most powerful countries in Asia. It has a power index of 0.364. Taiwan is known for its high-tech industry and has a rich cultural heritage, including its traditional festivals and cuisine.

Tajikistan

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Power Index

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2.64

Ranked in the World

#118

GDP

help

9 billion

Ranked in the World

#149

Tanzania

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Power Index

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2.04

Ranked in the World

#100

GDP

help

68 billion

Ranked in the World

#77

Thailand

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Powerful Countries

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Yes

Power Index

help

0.37

Ranked in the World

#23

GDP

help

506 billion

Ranked in the World

#24

Thailand is the twenty-third most powerful country in the world with a power index of 0.374, and a GDP of $505.9B. Thailand is known for its beautiful temples, beaches, and islands, and has a rich cultural heritage, including its traditional dance, music, and cuisine.

The Bahamas

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GDP

help

11 billion

Ranked in the World

#143

The Gambia

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GDP

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2 billion

Ranked in the World

#179

Togo

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GDP

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8 billion

Ranked in the World

#152

Tonga

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Trinidad and Tobago

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GDP

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24 billion

Ranked in the World

#110

Tunisia

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Power Index

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1.32

Ranked in the World

#72

GDP

help

47 billion

Ranked in the World

#88

Turkey

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GDP

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819 billion

Ranked in the World

#19

Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus

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Turkmenistan

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Power Index

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1.6

Ranked in the World

#81

GDP

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45 billion

Ranked in the World

#91

Turks and Caicos Islands

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GDP

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943 million

Ranked in the World

#190

Tuvalu

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Uganda

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Power Index

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1.63

Ranked in the World

#82

GDP

help

41 billion

Ranked in the World

#93

Ukraine

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Powerful Countries

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Yes

Power Index

help

0.25

Ranked in the World

#14

GDP

help

200 billion

Ranked in the World

#53

Ukraine is the fourteenth most powerful country in the world with a power index of 0.252, and a GDP of $200.1B. Ukraine has a rich history and cultural heritage, including its traditional dances, music, and cuisine.

United Arab Emirates

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Power Index

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0.9

Ranked in the World

#55

GDP

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415 billion

Ranked in the World

#33

United Kingdom

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Yes

Power Index

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0.14

Ranked in the World

GDP

help

3.1 trillion

Ranked in the World

The United Kingdom is the fifth most powerful country in the world, with a power index of 0.144 and a GDP of $3.1 trillion. The country has a significant cultural impact on the world, particularly in the areas of literature, music, and fashion.

United States of America

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Yes

Power Index

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0.07

Ranked in the World

GDP

help

23.3 trillion

Ranked in the World

The United States is the most powerful country in the world with a power index of 0.0712 and a GDP of $23.3 trillion, making it the largest economy globally. The US also has a significant cultural impact on the world, with Hollywood films and American popular culture being recognized worldwide.

United States Virgin Islands

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GDP

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4 billion

Ranked in the World

#165

Uruguay

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Power Index

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1.93

Ranked in the World

#95

GDP

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59 billion

Ranked in the World

#85

Uzbekistan

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Power Index

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1.07

Ranked in the World

#61

GDP

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69 billion

Ranked in the World

#74

Vanuatu

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GDP

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956 million

Ranked in the World

#189

Vatican City

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Venezuela

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Power Index

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0.82

Ranked in the World

#51

Vietnam

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Powerful Countries

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Yes

Power Index

help

0.29

Ranked in the World

#18

GDP

help

366 billion

Ranked in the World

#40

Vietnam is the eighteenth most powerful country in the world and one of the most powerful countries in Asia. It has a power index of 0.286 and a GDP of $366.1B. Vietnam has a rich cultural heritage and has made significant contributions to literature, art, and music.

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Yemen

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1.4

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#73

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22 billion

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#114

Zambia

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1.79

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#88

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22 billion

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#113

Zimbabwe

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1.98

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28 billion

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#105

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What is the strongest country in the world ?

The strongest country in the world is the United States according to its power index of 0.0712.

Most Powerful Countries in the World 2023 - Wisevoter (2024)

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What are the powerful countries in the world 2023? ›

Here are the most powerful countries:

Norway. Economic Strength Ranking: 28. ...
Mexico. Economic Strength Ranking: 15. ...
United Arab Emirates. Economic Strength Ranking: 33. ...
Poland. Economic Strength Ranking: 21. ...
Switzerland. Economic Strength Ranking: 20. ...
Sweden. Economic Strength Ranking: 22. ...
Israel. ...
Indonesia.

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What are the top 10 powerful countries in 2023? ›

The determining factors of a country's power are diverse and ever-evolving. In 2023, the top 10 most powerful countries in the world are the US, China, Russia, Germany, the UK, South Korea, France, Japan, India, and Israel. Let's explore these powerful countries and the key factors that set them apart from the rest.

What is the best country in the world in 2023? ›

Switzerland looks to be the best country to live in 2023. It was the highest-ranking country on the latest HDI report, with a score of 0.962.

Which countries will be most powerful by 2025? ›

By 2025, the United States would still be the most powerful country of the world, but it would have a little over 18% of the global power. The US would be closely followed by China (nearly 16%), European Union (14%) and India (10%).

Who are the 5 superpowers in the world? ›

China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States are often referred to as great powers by academics due to "their political and economic dominance of the global arena". These five nations are the only states to have permanent seats with veto power on the UN Security Council.

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Which country is the next superpower? ›

India is expected to overtake Germany in terms of GDP in 2025 and Japan in 2027 to become the third largest economy after the U.S. and China.

Which country will be most powerful in 2027? ›

The Top 10 Economies in 2027

United States. 2021: 1. 2022: 1. 2027: 1. ...
China. 2021: 2. 2022: 2. 2027: 2. ...
India. 2021: 6. 2022: 5. 2027: 3. ...
Japan. 2021: 3. 2022: 3. 2027: 4. ...
Germany. 2021: 4. 2022: 4. 2027: 5. ...
United Kingdom. 2021: 5. 2022: 6. 2027: 6. ...
France. 2021: 7. 2022: 7. 2027: 7. ...
Canada. 2021: 9. 2022: 8. 2027: 8.

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What is the strongest country in 2026? ›

United States: USD 29.3 trillion in 2026

FocusEconomics panelists see the U.S. retaining its title as the world's largest economy over the next few years, forecasting nominal GDP of USD 29.3 trillion in 2026.

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What are the 7 most powerful countries? ›

Top 10 Powerful Countries in the World by Military

United States Of America. US Military has the biggest defence budget in the world. ...
Russia. Russia is the second most powerful military country. ...
China. ...
India. ...
Japan. ...
South Korea.

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Who will be the richest country in 2023? ›

Luxembourg

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What country will hit 2023 first? ›

The first country to celebrate New Year's Eve annually is the Oceanic country Kiribati—the island of Kiritimati to be precise.

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Is USA the best country in the world? ›

The overall ranking of Best Countries measure global performance on a variety of metrics. Switzerland is the best country in the world for 2022.

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Which country will be powerful in the world in 2030? ›

From Good to Great

Rank	Country	Proj. GDP (2030, PPP)
#1	China	$64.2 trillion
#2	India	$46.3 trillion
#3	United States	$31.0 trillion
#4	Indonesia	$10.1 trillion

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Which country will be most powerful till 2050? ›

As a result, six of the seven largest economies in the world are projected to be emerging economies in 2050 led by China (1st), India (2nd) and Indonesia (4th) The US could be down to third place in the global GDP rankings while the EU27's share of world GDP could fall below 10% by 2050.

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Is America still a superpower? ›

Currently, only the United States fulfills the criteria to be considered a superpower. However, the United States is no longer the only uncontested foremost superpower and the world's sole hyperpower to dominate in every domain (i.e. military, culture, economy, technology, diplomatic).

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Who is No 1 superpower? ›

United States. The United States of America is a North American nation that is the world's most dominant economic and military power. Likewise, its cultural imprint spans the world, led in large part by its popular culture expressed in music, movies and television.

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Why is USA a superpower? ›

The United States had almost all the attributes of a great power—it stood ahead or nearly ahead of almost all other countries in terms of population, geographic size and location on two oceans, economic resources, and military potential.

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Who will rule the world in 2025? ›

According to a recent report by Harvard University, “From economic complexity growth estimates, India is growing at the annual list at the rate of 7.9 percent as the fastest growing country for the coming decade.

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When did the US become a super power? ›

At the end of the Cold War and the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, the United States became the world's sole superpower and a hyperpower. Since the late 2010s and into the 2020s, China has been described as an emerging superpower or even an established one.

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Who will rule the world in 2050? ›

China is expected to hold on to the number one spot. In 2050, the Asian giant is forecast to have the largest economy on the planet. With an ageing population and an annual GDP growth rate averaging just 4.4%, however, China isn't projected to enjoy the exceptional economic growth it experienced during the 2000s.

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Which country will be the most powerful in 50 years? ›

While challenges remain, most experts believe that China will be the new superpower by 2050. China GDP in 2050 is expected to be around $58.5 trillion.

What countries will be the most powerful in 2100? ›

In the univariate model, China will be the largest economy in the world in 2100, producing some 27% of global output. India will be the second largest economy accounting for 16.2% of global output and the US will be third with 12.3% of global output. So, it's the century of China then.

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What country holds the most powerful? ›

The United States remains the most powerful country in the world, followed by China and Russia. However, the balance of power may shift in the coming years as countries like India and Brazil continue to grow economically and assert themselves on the global stage.

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What is the 14th strongest country in the world? ›

14. Spain. Spain is located in Southern Europe and is powerful due to its military, political and cultural influence. It has increased its military spending by over $1 billion in 2022, making defense expenditures 2% of its GDP.

What is the most powerful country in the world 22? ›

United States

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What is the 5th strongest country? ›

Japan is the fifth most powerful country in the world due to its economic strength and advanced technology. It has the fourth largest economy in the world and is a major exporter of technology and electronic goods.

Who has the most advanced military? ›

The United States of America is a North American nation that is the world's most dominant economic and military power.

Who is more powerful the US or Russia? ›

The US dominates the air with far more bases, fighter jets and bombers than Russia but Russia is superior on the ground with more tanks, artillery and land vehicles. At sea, the countries are more evenly matched, but here the US has the edge with more destroyers, submarines and aircraft carriers.

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Who is the strongest army in the world 2023? ›

Top 10 Armies in the World

Top 10 Armies in the World.
United States of America (USA) With the biggest defence budget in the world, the USA has the strongest military. ...
Russia Russia ranked 2 in the top 10 powerful countries in the world by Military 2023.

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How rich is usa? ›

According to the IMF, the wealthiest nation in the world 2022 for GDP per capita was Luxembourg, with a sum of $127,673. For the sake of comparison, while the US has an overall GDP of $26.19 trillion, its GDP per capita is much lower at $75,180 than tax havens like Luxembourg, with a GDP per capita of $127,673.

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What is the richest state in USA 2023? ›

1. California

California, the nation's most populous state, has the largest state GDP of $3,599,103,000,000. California's median household income is $78,672, the seventh-highest in the U.S.

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Which country gets New Year first? ›

The Line Islands (part of Kiribati), Samoa and Tonga, in the Pacific Ocean, are the first places to welcome the New Year, while American Samoa, Baker Island and Howland Island (part of the United States Minor Outlying Islands) are among the last.

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What country is first in time? ›

Every day has to start somewhere, and that somewhere is always the same: it's the island republic of Kiribati, a vast constellation of atolls dispersed across 1.4 million square miles of Pacific Ocean.

Which country turns 2023 last? ›

American Samoa will be one of the last places to welcome New Year 2023 !

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What is America number 1 in? ›

The U.S. economy is the world's largest in terms of gross domestic product, and also the most technologically powerful. The country's most significant exports are computers and electrical machinery, vehicles, chemical products, food, live animals and military equipment.

Which country has the nicest people? ›

Here below is the list of the friendliest countries in the world.

South Africa. ...
Canada. ...
Thailand. ...
Scotland. ...
Ireland. ...
Fiji. ...
Laos. ...
Philippines. Comprised of about 7,000 beautiful islands, Philippines is home to an array of culturally rich experiences but various recreational activities as well.

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Will China overtake US? ›

There is still much work to be done to propel China to the top of the world's economy, but it is certainly possible that the Chinese economy can surpass the power of the US by 2050. It may also be too early to make definitive projections of China's future.

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Is Mexico a world power? ›

Mexico has the world's 15th-largest economy by nominal GDP and the 11th-largest by PPP, with the United States being its largest economic partner.

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Which country is best in future? ›

15 Best Countries to Live in the Future

United Kingdom. GDP per capita, Purchasing Power Parity in 2021: $49,675.3. ...
France. GDP per capita, Purchasing Power Parity in 2021: $50,728.7. ...
Canada. GDP per capita, Purchasing Power Parity in 2021: $52,085.0. ...
Finland. ...
Australia. ...
Germany. ...
Austria. ...
Belgium.

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What is the most powerful country in 2040? ›

China to Surpass U.S. Economy, Reclaim Global Power Role by 2040, Intel Report Says. China is set to surpass the United States as the world's largest economy and advance down a path toward reclaiming a global power role within the next two decades, according to a new report by the U.S. Intelligence Community.

Who will be the largest superpower in the future? ›

By 2050, more countries are likely to be defined as superpowers, joining the United States and creating a multipolar world order. Extrapolating current economic, geopolitical, and demographic trends would suggest that China is likely to become a new superpower, although its economy is currently faltering.

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Which countries are potential superpower? ›

China. China is considered to be an emerging superpower or a potential superpower. ...
European Union. The European Union (EU) is considered to be an emerging superpower by many scholars. ...
India. India is a potential global superpower. ...
Russia. ...
Superpowers of the future.

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What country has the brightest future? ›

Here are the Most Forward-Looking Countries in 2022

Singapore.
Japan.
United States.
China.
South Korea.
Germany.

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Which country will be the fastest growing in the future? ›

The World's Fastest Growing Economies

Guyana. Average growth 2022-2026: 25.8% Guyana will be by far the fastest-growing economy over the next few years. ...
Macao. Average growth 2022-2026: 11.9% ...
Fiji. Average growth 2022-2026: 7.7% ...
Niger. Average growth 2022-2026: 7.6% ...
Libya. Average growth 2022-2026: 6.9%

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Which three countries will become the world's three largest economy in 2050? ›

Our projections imply that the world's five largest economies in 2050 (measured in real USD) will be China, the US, India, Indonesia, and Germany (with Indonesia displacing Brazil and Russia among the largest EMs).

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Who has the strongest economy in the world 2023? ›

May 25, 2023, 03:01 PM IST. Top 10 largest economies in the world. Shivani Tiwari. Source: IMF (GDP at current prices) Shivani Tiwari.
China. $19.37 trillion.
Japan. $4.41 trillion.
Germany. $4.31 trillion.
India. $3.74 trillion.
United Kingdom. $3.16 trillion.
France. $2.92 trillion.
Italy. $2.17 trillion.

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Who will be the most powerful country by 2030? ›

Looking ahead, China is expected to pass the U.S. as the world's largest economy in 2030.

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What is the weakest country in the world 2023? ›

In the world, the poorest countries are mostly located in Africa and Asia, with Burundi being the poorest country followed by Somalia, Mozambique, Central African Republic, and Madagascar.

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What is Mexico's economy ranked in the world? ›

Mexico is therefore one of the world's largest economies and is currently at rank 15. If this is calculated per inhabitant, taking purchasing power parity into account, then Mexico ranks 76th in the list of the richest countries. Inflation in Mexico in 2022 was around 7.90%.

Which is the fastest growing economy in the world 2023? ›

India Emerges As Fastest-Growing Economy Among Top 5

These widely varying figures are the real or inflation-adjusted gross domestic product (GDP) growth numbers of the world's top five economies during January–March 2023. The USA, the world's largest economy, grew 1.1 percent.

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Will China overtake the US? ›

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Who will be the most powerful country in 2100? ›

The world's largest economies in 2100 – India No. 1.

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Which countries can defeat us? ›

Several modern armies operate nuclear weapons with ranges in the thousands of kilometers. The US is therefore vulnerable to nuclear attack by powers such as the United Kingdom, Russia, China, France, India, Pakistan, North Korea, and Israel (allegedly).

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Which country is powerful than us? ›

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Which country can never be defeated? ›

Afghanistan

What makes Afghanistan so difficult to capture and keep is first and foremost: the terrain. It's a giant bowl of desert, surrounded by some of the highest peaks in the world. Any army an invader can't destroy could just fade away into the mountains and lick their wounds until the next fighting season came.

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Albania

Algeria

Andorra

Angola

Anguilla

Antigua and Barbuda

Argentina

Armenia

Aruba

Ashmore and Cartier Islands

Australia

Australian Indian Ocean Territories

Austria

Azerbaijan

Bahrain

Bangladesh

Barbados

Belarus

Belgium

Belize

Benin

Bermuda

Bhutan

Bolivia

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Botswana

Brazil

British Virgin Islands

Brunei

Bulgaria

Burkina Faso

Burundi

Cambodia

Cameroon

Canada

Cape Verde

Cayman Islands

Central African Republic

Chad

Chile

Colombia

Comoros

Costa Rica

Croatia

Cuba

Curaçao

Cyprus

Czech Republic

Democratic Republic of the Congo

Denmark

Djibouti

Dominica

Dominican Republic

East Timor

Ecuador

Egypt

El Salvador

Equatorial Guinea

Eritrea

Estonia

Eswatini

Ethiopia

Faroe Islands

Federated States of Micronesia

Fiji

Finland

France

Gabon

Georgia

Germany

Ghana