10 Most Powerful Countries in the World in 2023

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6. France

Economic Strength Ranking: 7

Military Strength Ranking: 5

Political Influence Ranking: 6

Cultural Influence Ranking: 2

France is ranked sixth in our list. It is the seventh largest economy in the world and ranks fifth in military strength. It has been ranked sixth on the 2023 Global Soft Power Index by Brand Finance. Culturally, it is the second most influential country in the world. French is the national or official language in at least 29 countries, including in Switzerland and Canada. France is also a permanent member of the UN Security Council with veto powers, through which it plays a key role in many global issues.

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