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
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.31
Ranked in the World
#112
GDP
15 billion
Ranked in the World
#129
Åland Islands
Powerful Countries
No
Albania
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.85
Ranked in the World
#90
GDP
18 billion
Ranked in the World
#121
Algeria
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.39
Ranked in the World
#25
GDP
163 billion
Ranked in the World
#57
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
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
3 billion
Ranked in the World
#171
Angola
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.87
Ranked in the World
#54
GDP
67 billion
Ranked in the World
#78
Anguilla
Powerful Countries
No
Antigua and Barbuda
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
1 billion
Ranked in the World
#183
Argentina
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.42
Ranked in the World
#27
GDP
487 billion
Ranked in the World
#27
Armenia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.91
Ranked in the World
#93
GDP
14 billion
Ranked in the World
#134
Aruba
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
3 billion
Ranked in the World
#172
Ashmore and Cartier Islands
Powerful Countries
No
Australia
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.26
Ranked in the World
#15
GDP
1.6 trillion
Ranked in the World
#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
Powerful Countries
No
Austria
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.65
Ranked in the World
#83
GDP
480 billion
Ranked in the World
#29
Azerbaijan
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.94
Ranked in the World
#56
GDP
55 billion
Ranked in the World
#87
Bahrain
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.45
Ranked in the World
#78
GDP
39 billion
Ranked in the World
#97
Bangladesh
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.59
Ranked in the World
#39
GDP
416 billion
Ranked in the World
#32
Barbados
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
5 billion
Ranked in the World
#162
Belarus
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.05
Ranked in the World
#59
GDP
68 billion
Ranked in the World
#76
Belgium
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.18
Ranked in the World
#67
GDP
594 billion
Ranked in the World
#23
Belize
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
2 billion
Ranked in the World
#178
Benin
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
4.13
Ranked in the World
#141
GDP
17 billion
Ranked in the World
#124
Bermuda
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
7 billion
Ranked in the World
#156
Bhutan
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
6.2
Ranked in the World
#142
GDP
3 billion
Ranked in the World
#175
Bolivia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.43
Ranked in the World
#76
GDP
40 billion
Ranked in the World
#94
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
3.08
Ranked in the World
#131
GDP
23 billion
Ranked in the World
#111
Botswana
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.79
Ranked in the World
#122
GDP
18 billion
Ranked in the World
#122
Brazil
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.22
Ranked in the World
#11
GDP
1.6 trillion
Ranked in the World
#12
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
Powerful Countries
No
Brunei
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
14 billion
Ranked in the World
#133
Bulgaria
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.98
Ranked in the World
#58
GDP
84 billion
Ranked in the World
#71
Burkina Faso
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.66
Ranked in the World
#119
GDP
20 billion
Ranked in the World
#117
Burundi
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
3 billion
Ranked in the World
#174
Cambodia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.13
Ranked in the World
#105
GDP
27 billion
Ranked in the World
#107
Cameroon
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.03
Ranked in the World
#99
GDP
45 billion
Ranked in the World
#90
Canada
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.4
Ranked in the World
#26
GDP
2 trillion
Ranked in the World
#9
Cape Verde
Powerful Countries
No
Cayman Islands
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
6 billion
Ranked in the World
#159
Central African Republic
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
3.29
Ranked in the World
#134
GDP
3 billion
Ranked in the World
#176
Chad
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.98
Ranked in the World
#96
GDP
12 billion
Ranked in the World
#141
Chile
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.77
Ranked in the World
#45
GDP
317 billion
Ranked in the World
#43
Colombia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.7
Ranked in the World
#42
GDP
314 billion
Ranked in the World
#44
Comoros
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
1 billion
Ranked in the World
#185
Costa Rica
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
64 billion
Ranked in the World
#81
Croatia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.21
Ranked in the World
#68
GDP
69 billion
Ranked in the World
#75
Cuba
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.15
Ranked in the World
#65
GDP
107 billion
Ranked in the World
#62
Curaçao
Powerful Countries
No
Cyprus
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
28 billion
Ranked in the World
#104
Czech Republic
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.79
Ranked in the World
#47
GDP
282 billion
Ranked in the World
#47
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.31
Ranked in the World
#71
GDP
55 billion
Ranked in the World
#86
Denmark
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.8
Ranked in the World
#49
GDP
398 billion
Ranked in the World
#35
Djibouti
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
3 billion
Ranked in the World
#170
Dominica
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
554 million
Ranked in the World
#191
Dominican Republic
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.57
Ranked in the World
#116
GDP
94 billion
Ranked in the World
#66
East Timor
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
4 billion
Ranked in the World
#168
Ecuador
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.22
Ranked in the World
#69
GDP
106 billion
Ranked in the World
#64
Egypt
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.22
Ranked in the World
#12
GDP
404 billion
Ranked in the World
#34
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
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.86
Ranked in the World
#125
GDP
29 billion
Ranked in the World
#102
Equatorial Guinea
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
12 billion
Ranked in the World
#140
Eritrea
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.3
Ranked in the World
#111
Estonia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.07
Ranked in the World
#103
GDP
37 billion
Ranked in the World
#98
Eswatini
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
5 billion
Ranked in the World
#163
Ethiopia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.8
Ranked in the World
#48
GDP
111 billion
Ranked in the World
#60
Faroe Islands
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
4 billion
Ranked in the World
#167
Federated States of Micronesia
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
404 million
Ranked in the World
#193
Fiji
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
4 billion
Ranked in the World
#164
Finland
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.81
Ranked in the World
#50
GDP
297 billion
Ranked in the World
#45
France
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.19
Ranked in the World
#9
GDP
3 trillion
Ranked in the World
#7
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
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.92
Ranked in the World
#129
GDP
20 billion
Ranked in the World
#116
Georgia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.72
Ranked in the World
#84
GDP
19 billion
Ranked in the World
#120
Germany
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.39
Ranked in the World
#24
GDP
4.3 trillion
Ranked in the World
#4
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
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.17
Ranked in the World
#107
GDP
78 billion
Ranked in the World
#72
Greece
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.46
Ranked in the World
#29
GDP
215 billion
Ranked in the World
#51
Grenada
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
1 billion
Ranked in the World
#188
Guam
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
6 billion
Ranked in the World
#157
Guatemala
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.04
Ranked in the World
#101
GDP
86 billion
Ranked in the World
#69
Guernsey
Powerful Countries
No
Guinea
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
16 billion
Ranked in the World
#125
Guinea-Bissau
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
2 billion
Ranked in the World
#180
Guyana
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
8 billion
Ranked in the World
#153
Haiti
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
21 billion
Ranked in the World
#115
Honduras
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.89
Ranked in the World
#91
GDP
28 billion
Ranked in the World
#103
Hong Kong
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
369 billion
Ranked in the World
#39
Hungary
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.86
Ranked in the World
#53
GDP
182 billion
Ranked in the World
#55
Iceland
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
3.49
Ranked in the World
#135
GDP
26 billion
Ranked in the World
#109
India
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.1
Ranked in the World
#4
GDP
3.2 trillion
Ranked in the World
#5
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
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.22
Ranked in the World
#13
GDP
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
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.27
Ranked in the World
#16
GDP
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
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.74
Ranked in the World
#44
GDP
208 billion
Ranked in the World
#52
Ireland
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.82
Ranked in the World
#89
GDP
504 billion
Ranked in the World
#25
Isle of Man
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
7 billion
Ranked in the World
#155
Israel
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.28
Ranked in the World
#17
GDP
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
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.2
Ranked in the World
#10
GDP
2.1 trillion
Ranked in the World
#8
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
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.09
Ranked in the World
#104
GDP
70 billion
Ranked in the World
#73
Jamaica
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
15 billion
Ranked in the World
#130
Japan
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.17
Ranked in the World
#8
GDP
4.9 trillion
Ranked in the World
#3
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
Powerful Countries
No
Jordan
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.51
Ranked in the World
#80
GDP
46 billion
Ranked in the World
#89
Kazakhstan
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.09
Ranked in the World
#62
GDP
197 billion
Ranked in the World
#54
Kenya
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.77
Ranked in the World
#86
GDP
110 billion
Ranked in the World
#61
Kiribati
Powerful Countries
No
Kosovo
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
3.29
Ranked in the World
#132
GDP
9 billion
Ranked in the World
#148
Kuwait
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.44
Ranked in the World
#77
GDP
106 billion
Ranked in the World
#65
Kyrgyzstan
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.17
Ranked in the World
#106
GDP
9 billion
Ranked in the World
#151
Laos
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.32
Ranked in the World
#113
GDP
19 billion
Ranked in the World
#119
Latvia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.92
Ranked in the World
#94
GDP
40 billion
Ranked in the World
#95
Lebanon
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.24
Ranked in the World
#109
GDP
23 billion
Ranked in the World
#112
Lesotho
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
2 billion
Ranked in the World
#177
Liberia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
4
Ranked in the World
#138
GDP
4 billion
Ranked in the World
#169
Libya
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.47
Ranked in the World
#79
GDP
43 billion
Ranked in the World
#92
Liechtenstein
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
6 billion
Ranked in the World
#158
Lithuania
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.9
Ranked in the World
#92
GDP
66 billion
Ranked in the World
#79
Luxembourg
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.82
Ranked in the World
#124
GDP
86 billion
Ranked in the World
#70
Macau
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
30 billion
Ranked in the World
#101
Madagascar
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.91
Ranked in the World
#128
GDP
14 billion
Ranked in the World
#131
Malawi
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
13 billion
Ranked in the World
#138
Malaysia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.62
Ranked in the World
#41
GDP
373 billion
Ranked in the World
#38
Maldives
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
5 billion
Ranked in the World
#161
Mali
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.2
Ranked in the World
#108
GDP
19 billion
Ranked in the World
#118
Malta
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
17 billion
Ranked in the World
#123
Marshall Islands
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
260 million
Ranked in the World
#194
Mauritania
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
3.04
Ranked in the World
#130
GDP
10 billion
Ranked in the World
#147
Mauritius
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
12 billion
Ranked in the World
#142
Mexico
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.47
Ranked in the World
#30
GDP
1.3 trillion
Ranked in the World
#15
Moldova
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
4.09
Ranked in the World
#140
GDP
14 billion
Ranked in the World
#136
Monaco
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
9 billion
Ranked in the World
#150
Mongolia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.03
Ranked in the World
#98
GDP
15 billion
Ranked in the World
#127
Montenegro
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.87
Ranked in the World
#126
GDP
6 billion
Ranked in the World
#160
Montserrat
Powerful Countries
No
Morocco
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.05
Ranked in the World
#60
GDP
143 billion
Ranked in the World
#58
Mozambique
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.29
Ranked in the World
#110
GDP
16 billion
Ranked in the World
#126
Myanmar
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.58
Ranked in the World
#37
GDP
65 billion
Ranked in the World
#80
Namibia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.71
Ranked in the World
#121
GDP
12 billion
Ranked in the World
#139
Nauru
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
133 million
Ranked in the World
#196
Nepal
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.87
Ranked in the World
#127
GDP
36 billion
Ranked in the World
#99
Netherlands
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.58
Ranked in the World
#38
GDP
1 trillion
Ranked in the World
#17
New Caledonia
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
10 billion
Ranked in the World
#146
New Zealand
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.06
Ranked in the World
#102
GDP
250 billion
Ranked in the World
#49
Nicaragua
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.57
Ranked in the World
#115
GDP
14 billion
Ranked in the World
#132
Niger
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.63
Ranked in the World
#117
GDP
15 billion
Ranked in the World
#128
Nigeria
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.56
Ranked in the World
#35
GDP
441 billion
Ranked in the World
#30
Norfolk Island
Powerful Countries
No
North Korea
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.51
Ranked in the World
#33
Northern Mariana Islands
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
1 billion
Ranked in the World
#187
Norway
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.53
Ranked in the World
#34
GDP
482 billion
Ranked in the World
#28
Oman
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.41
Ranked in the World
#74
GDP
88 billion
Ranked in the World
#68
Pakistan
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.17
Ranked in the World
#7
GDP
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
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
218 million
Ranked in the World
#195
Palestine
Powerful Countries
No
Panama
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
3.29
Ranked in the World
#133
GDP
64 billion
Ranked in the World
#82
Papua New Guinea
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
27 billion
Ranked in the World
#108
Paraguay
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.79
Ranked in the World
#87
GDP
39 billion
Ranked in the World
#96
People's Republic of China
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.07
Ranked in the World
#3
GDP
17.7 trillion
Ranked in the World
#2
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
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.85
Ranked in the World
#52
GDP
223 billion
Ranked in the World
#50
Philippines
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.48
Ranked in the World
#31
GDP
394 billion
Ranked in the World
#37
Poland
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.34
Ranked in the World
#19
GDP
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
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.61
Ranked in the World
#40
GDP
254 billion
Ranked in the World
#48
Puerto Rico
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
107 billion
Ranked in the World
#63
Qatar
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.13
Ranked in the World
#64
GDP
180 billion
Ranked in the World
#56
Republic of Macedonia
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
14 billion
Ranked in the World
#135
Republic of the Congo
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.67
Ranked in the World
#120
GDP
13 billion
Ranked in the World
#137
Romania
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.77
Ranked in the World
#46
GDP
284 billion
Ranked in the World
#46
Russia
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.07
Ranked in the World
#1
GDP
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
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
11 billion
Ranked in the World
#145
Saint Helena
Powerful Countries
No
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Powerful Countries
No
Saint Lucia
Powerful Countries
No
Saint Martin
Powerful Countries
No
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Powerful Countries
No
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Powerful Countries
No
Saint-Barthélemy
Powerful Countries
No
Samoa
Powerful Countries
No
San Marino
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
2 billion
Ranked in the World
#182
São Tomé and Príncipe
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
527 million
Ranked in the World
#192
Saudi Arabia
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.36
Ranked in the World
#21
GDP
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
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.8
Ranked in the World
#123
GDP
28 billion
Ranked in the World
#106
Serbia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.96
Ranked in the World
#57
GDP
63 billion
Ranked in the World
#83
Seychelles
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
1 billion
Ranked in the World
#184
Siachen Glacier
Powerful Countries
No
Sierra Leone
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
3.52
Ranked in the World
#136
GDP
4 billion
Ranked in the World
#166
Singapore
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.46
Ranked in the World
#28
GDP
397 billion
Ranked in the World
#36
Sint Maarten
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
1 billion
Ranked in the World
#186
Slovakia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.18
Ranked in the World
#66
GDP
117 billion
Ranked in the World
#59
Slovenia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.73
Ranked in the World
#85
GDP
62 billion
Ranked in the World
#84
Solomon Islands
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
2 billion
Ranked in the World
#181
Somalia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
4.02
Ranked in the World
#139
GDP
8 billion
Ranked in the World
#154
Somaliland
Powerful Countries
No
South Africa
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.49
Ranked in the World
#32
GDP
419 billion
Ranked in the World
#31
South Korea
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.15
Ranked in the World
#6
GDP
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
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.53
Ranked in the World
#114
Spain
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.36
Ranked in the World
#20
GDP
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
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.25
Ranked in the World
#70
GDP
89 billion
Ranked in the World
#67
Sudan
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.41
Ranked in the World
#75
GDP
34 billion
Ranked in the World
#100
Suriname
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
4
Ranked in the World
#137
GDP
3 billion
Ranked in the World
#173
Sweden
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.57
Ranked in the World
#36
GDP
636 billion
Ranked in the World
#22
Switzerland
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.72
Ranked in the World
#43
GDP
801 billion
Ranked in the World
#20
Syria
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.11
Ranked in the World
#63
GDP
11 billion
Ranked in the World
#144
Taiwan
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
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
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.64
Ranked in the World
#118
GDP
9 billion
Ranked in the World
#149
Tanzania
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
2.04
Ranked in the World
#100
GDP
68 billion
Ranked in the World
#77
Thailand
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.37
Ranked in the World
#23
GDP
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
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
11 billion
Ranked in the World
#143
The Gambia
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
2 billion
Ranked in the World
#179
Togo
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
8 billion
Ranked in the World
#152
Tonga
Powerful Countries
No
Trinidad and Tobago
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
24 billion
Ranked in the World
#110
Tunisia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.32
Ranked in the World
#72
GDP
47 billion
Ranked in the World
#88
Turkey
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
819 billion
Ranked in the World
#19
Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus
Powerful Countries
No
Turkmenistan
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.6
Ranked in the World
#81
GDP
45 billion
Ranked in the World
#91
Turks and Caicos Islands
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
943 million
Ranked in the World
#190
Tuvalu
Powerful Countries
No
Uganda
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.63
Ranked in the World
#82
GDP
41 billion
Ranked in the World
#93
Ukraine
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.25
Ranked in the World
#14
GDP
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
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.9
Ranked in the World
#55
GDP
415 billion
Ranked in the World
#33
United Kingdom
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.14
Ranked in the World
#5
GDP
3.1 trillion
Ranked in the World
#6
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
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.07
Ranked in the World
#2
GDP
23.3 trillion
Ranked in the World
#1
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
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
4 billion
Ranked in the World
#165
Uruguay
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.93
Ranked in the World
#95
GDP
59 billion
Ranked in the World
#85
Uzbekistan
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.07
Ranked in the World
#61
GDP
69 billion
Ranked in the World
#74
Vanuatu
Powerful Countries
No
GDP
956 million
Ranked in the World
#189
Vatican City
Powerful Countries
No
Venezuela
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
0.82
Ranked in the World
#51
Vietnam
Powerful Countries
Yes
Power Index
0.29
Ranked in the World
#18
GDP
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.
Western Sahara
Powerful Countries
No
Yemen
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.4
Ranked in the World
#73
GDP
22 billion
Ranked in the World
#114
Zambia
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.79
Ranked in the World
#88
GDP
22 billion
Ranked in the World
#113
Zimbabwe
Powerful Countries
No
Power Index
1.98
Ranked in the World
#97
GDP
28 billion
Ranked in the World
#105
FAQs
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.
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