Iran Ranks 18th And Canada Ranks 12th Most Powerful Countries In The World

  The British Empire, which once spanned from Africa to Australia, has left a cultural imprint on much of the world and is perceived as its third-most influential country. As a victor in World War II, the United Kingdom earned a permanent spot and veto power on the U.N. Security Council. Despite leaving the European Union in 2020, the country still plays a large role in major international organizations, including the World Trade Organization, the World Bank, NATO and the Group of 20.