Walter Russel Mead & Sean Keeley, American Interest: The Eight Great Powers of 2017
In 2016, Russia surpassed Germany, and Israel joined the list for the first time.
1. The United States of America
No surprise here: as it has for the last century, the United States remains the most powerful country on earth. America’s dynamic economy, its constitutional stability (even as we watch the Age of Trump unfold), its deep bench of strong allies and partners (including 5 of the 7 top powers listed below), and its overwhelming military superiority all ensure that the United States sits secure in its status on top of the greasy pole of international power politics.
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