Asia-Pacific Power Index 2021: 10 most powerful countries in the world| In Pics

We take a look at the 10 most powerful countries in the world as per the latest report published by Lowy Institute Asia Power Index 2021.

Asia-Pacific Power Index 2021: 10 most powerful countries in the world| In Pics

The US beat the downward trend of 2021 to overtake China to the top spot. Credit: AFP Photo

China's comprehensive power has fallen for the first time, securing the second spot on the list. Credit: AFP Photo

Japan, which is limping back to normalcy, ranks third in the list. Credit: AFP Photo

India ranked as a middle power in Asia, coming fourth. Credit: PTI Photo

Russia secured the fifth position. Credit: AFP Photo

Australia was ranked sixth in the list. Credit: Reuters Photo

South Korea features on the seventh spot. Credit: Reuters Photo

Singapore, which has one of the most stable economies in the world, came eighth. Credit: Reuters Photo

Indonesia, which saw a massive loss, largely due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, sits at the ninth position. Credit: AFP Photo

Thailand, one of the most popular tourist destinations, emerged as the tenth most powerful country in the world. Credit: Reuters Photo