Superpower nations was discussed earlier (here) and it seemed like the common opinion was that there are no such nations in the South Pacific. However true or not, some nations are more powerful in the eyes of others. If people (through this study) happens to agree on some nations being more powerful or influential in the role-play sense, a list/map showing relative political power could be made.

This study will mainly use a score system based on the answers below. Such elements as soft power will not be included in this study. Try to be relatively reasonable with the answers. For example, please do not let your nation have GDP of 100 USA's.

Please note that this a study only about role-play nations and not specific people (users).

If you want to participate, please answer the questions below. Post your answers here, or send me a PM (if you fear your opinion would influence the other answers). As always, feel free to comment and leave suggestions below.

A. In the opinion of [your nation], these are the three (3) most influential nations in the South Pacific in descending order:
1.
2.
3.

B. In the opinion of [your nation], these are the three (3) most powerful (militarily) nations in the South Pacific in descending order:
1.
2.
3.

C. Does [your nation] possess nuclear weapons?
Mark with x:
1. Yes, fully operational. [ ]
2. Yes, but limited capabilities. [ ]
3. No, but under research. [ ]
4. No, but the nation reserves the right to nuclear weapons. [ ]
5. No, nuclear weapons and such research are banned. [ ]
6. Secret/undisclosed. [ ]

D. The following key numbers of [your nation], including any colonies, have been determined*:
1. Nominal GDP: [number] billion USD
2. Military spending, percentage of GDP: [number]%
3. Population: [number]

E. Does [your nation] fund a national space programme, capable of independently launching larger satellites?
Mark with x:
1. Yes. [ ]
2. No, but will in the near future. [ ]
3. No. [ ]

* For inspiration and reality, check: Gross domestic product, List of countries by military expenditures


An example:

Quote:A. In the opinion of Transsuneria, these are the three (3) most influential nations in the South Pacific in descending order:
1. Darkstrait
2. Sedunn
3. Karnetvor

B. In the opinion of Transsuneria, these are the three (3) most powerful (militarily) nations in the South Pacific in descending order:
1. Ryccia
2. Sedunn
3. Darkstrait

I. Does Transsuneria possess nuclear weapons?
Mark with x:
1. Yes, fully operational. [ ]
2. Yes, but limited capabilities. [ ]
3. No, but under research. [ ]
4. No, but the nation reserves the right to nuclear weapons. [ ]
5. No, nuclear weapons and such research is banned. [x]
6. Secret/undisclosed. [ ]

II. The following key numbers of Transsuneria, including colonies, have been determined*:
1. Nominal GDP: 19 billion USD
2. Military spending, percentage of GDP: 3.03%
3. Population: 22,000,000

III. Does Transsuneria fund a national space programme, capable of independently launching larger satellites?
Mark with x:
1. Yes. [ ]
2. No, but will in the future. [ ]
3. No. [x]

Score:
A. Darkstrait 3, Sedunn 2, Karnetvor 1
B. Ryccia 3, Sedunn 2, Darkstrait 1
I. Transsuneria 0
II: Transsuneria 1 + 4 + 2
III: Transsuneria 0

Total from the answers of Transsuneria:
Sedunn: 4
Darkstrait: 4
Ryccia: 3
Karnetvor: 1

Transsuneria: 7