Revealed: The World’s Most Powerful Countries For 2024


It’s not surprising that the United States has maintained its position as the top-ranking country in terms of power and influence in 2024, according to the annual ranking of CEOWORLD magazine. The report highlights the U.S. as the strongest military and economic power globally, with significant cultural impact through its music, movies, books, and TV shows.

According to the CEOWorld Magazine 2024 report, the most powerful countries in the world are those that shape global economic policies and dominate through seven key attributes: political stability, economic influence, defense budget, weaponry, global alliances, soft power, and military strength. While some may argue that power is based on a nation’s political prowess or strong military and defense system, these attributes are what set countries apart.

The top three most powerful countries are the United States, China, and Russia, followed by India, the United Kingdom, and Japan. France and Germany follow closely behind, with South Korea, Italy, and Turkey rounding out the top ten. The bottom five countries in the ranking are Liberia, Somalia, Benin, Bhutan, and Moldova.

The most powerful countries in the world, 2024

Rank Country Power and Influence Score
1 United States 95.36
2 China 94.86
3 Russia 94.81
4 India 94.76
5 United Kingdom 94.56
6 Japan 94.31
7 South Korea 94.18
8 France 93.55
9 Italy 93.3
10 Turkey 93.3

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