The world's 40 most powerful countries in terms of global influence have been announced. Türkiye has moved up to a higher league

Turkey has moved into the top tier of CEOWorld Magazine's 2025 ranking of the world's 40 most globally influential countries, an index built on economic strength, political stability, defense spending and military capacity. The climb reflects Ankara's expanding military footprint and diplomatic reach rather than a shift in the underlying methodology, which weights hard-power and stability metrics alongside economic output. The placement matters for investors tracking Turkey's defense export ambitions and its bid to be treated as a systemic player in regional security. What to watch next is whether the gains hold in the 2026 edition, particularly if inflation and currency pressure erode the economic component of the score.