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[Marvel] How powerful is the country of Wakanda?

Can they be considered a global superpower?
gpt
No. The definition of a superpower is a state that is able to project power on a global scale. Wakanda is extremely advanced, but they have a small landmass, low population, an extremely weak military, and have made a point of staying out of global affairs. They could certainly punch above their weight class if they wanted to given their advanced technology and a near monopoly on vibranium, but tech and resources only get you so far in a world where there are gods walking around.

If Wakanda made an effort to get extremely involved in global affairs, I'd compare them to Japan. Extremely advanced technology, a highly developed economy, and the theoretical ability to be a far larger player than they currently are, but things like a long history of intentional isolation, a relatively small landmass, and a population that seems fairly content with maintaining the status quo keep them from ever reaching that potential, at least for a good while longer. Definitely a large player on the global stage, but far from a superpower.