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.

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