10 Most Powerful Countries in the World in 2023

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8. South Korea

Economic Strength Ranking: 10

Military Strength Ranking: 7

Political Influence Ranking: 15

Cultural Influence Ranking: 9

Unlike its neighbor in the north, Seoul’s robust economic and security partnerships with the United States and its allies have enabled South Korea to be one of the strongest countries in Asia and the world. It has a GDP of $1.8 trillion, and a GNI per capita of $47,400 – amongst the highest in Asia. Militarily, it ranks 7th in the world. It ranks 9th on the list of culturally influential countries. Over the last few years, Korean culture has taken the world by storm, whether it is pop music, movies, or food.

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