The 10 Most Powerful Countries In The World

The world order has undergone massive change as far as countries and their technological and military prowess are concerned. While many developing countries including China and India are amplifying their military strength, it comes as no surprise that the developed countries are doing all they can to perpetuate their hegemony.

In this article, we look at the most powerful countries in the world. These most powerful countries in the world are on the list mostly due to their military might and economic dominance.

As we classify these world's most powerful countries on the basis of technological progress, military supremacy and economic dominance, the tags "most powerful armies" and "most powerful militaries in the world" can also be associated with them.

Let us go ahead and take a look at these most powerful countries in the world aka most powerful militaries in the world.

Here are the 10 most powerful countries in ascending order. These countries are listed on the basis of a popular index known as National Power Index. Read on...

Israel

Israel has always adopted the policy of attack as the best form of defence. Its intelligence agency, Mossad, is one of the most feared agencies in the world. With its ability to strike back powerfully, Israel comes 10th on the list.

Cannada

Cannada is a member of NATO and is a formidable contributor to the International Peace Keeping Force. Being one of the largest countries in the world with its economic and military might more than just impressive, Cannada figures 9th on the list.

Japan

Japan, although its military might saw a collapse after the second world war, is technologically one of the most advanced armies in the current day. Japan increased defence expenditure for the first time in eleven years, mostly owing to growing tensions with restive China.

Germany

Germany comes next on the list of most powerful countries. Although economically in the top 5, the collective index that takes into account military size, technological capabilities, the air force and navy, Germany falls slightly behind. However, the gap between Germany and the other countries that have made it to the top of the list is more or less NEGLIGIBLE.

France

Once again, the gap between France and other countries that are on top in the list is literally negligible. France is 6th on the list of most powerful countries with one of the most advanced air forces in the world. France is also among leading military exporters in the world.

India

India is the largest importer of arms in the world. As it wishes to embrace the much required modernization drive, India is expected to steadily increase its defence spending valued at over 50 billion dollars. The Indian army is the SECOND largest army on the planet with impeccable military and defence capabilities.

United Kingdom

United Kingdom is famous for its economic supremacy and a powerful navy, enabling it to figure 4th on the list of most powerful countries in the world. The UK is also one of the largest importer of arms in the world. Although the size of its army isn't too large its technological might is unquestionable.

China

China has dramatically increased its military spending over the years, mostly to counter US and Japanese threats. It has perpetuated its hegemony on several South East Asian Countries and the rate at which China is expanding self proclaimed control is alarming. China's defence budget is valued at over 150 Billion US dollars.

Russia

Russia comes second on the list. Russia is perhaps the most powerful country in the world if not for the allied support that the United States enjoys. Boasting one of the largest resources of gas, Russia is economically powerful too. Its military might, well, nothing much needs to be spoken, isn't it?

United States

There doesn't need too much mention. With a military budget of a whopping 600 Billion US dollars, the US has more aircraft carriers than all the other 9 countries put together. The strength of its air force is unmatched too. Economically the most powerful as well, the United States enjoys the stature of being the most powerful country in the world.