China leads economic growth in Asia-Pacific

China remains the leading economic force in Asia, while the United States is seen as the region's dominant military power, according to an annual power index published by an Australian think tank.

Produced by the Lowy Institute, the Asia Power Index for 2023 shows little change from the previous year, with the US, China, Japan, India and Russia occupying the top five spots last year.

Most countries saw a decline in their overall scores due to the continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.