2024 Asia Power Index ranks Australia 5th, US dominant, China top military, India surpasses Japan.

The Lowy Institute's 2024 Asia Power Index ranks Australia as the fifth most powerful country in Asia, attributing its rise to Russia's declining influence. The US remains the dominant power, followed by China, India, and Japan. China has achieved the top military posture ranking, while India surpassed Japan for third place due to post-pandemic economic growth. The power gap between the US and China is at its widest since 2018, highlighting ongoing regional competition.

September 22, 2024
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