How to become a superpower in three easy steps

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  • Published 20030902
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IN THE POST-SEPTEMBER 11 world, many middle-ranking countries are starting to ask the question: ‘If the United States can be a superpower, why can’t I?’ This is a very good question. The ease with which the US now exercises power should be an inspiration to every aspirational country. By following this easy three-step process, you can go from diplomatic irrelevance to being top dog on your bloc overnight.

 

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