Great Power

A Great Power is a country that has significant influence and strength in global affairs, including military capability, economic resources, political stability, and diplomatic reach. These nations can shape international events, set global norms, and compete for strategic advantages. Historically, the term referred to countries like the United States, China, Russia, the United Kingdom, and France, which possess the power to influence world politics and stability due to their resources and strategic position. Being a Great Power involves both the ability to project power across regions and the capacity to shape the global order through diplomatic and economic means.