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In terms of military,economy and society.
The only one I believe truly fits into this category is Japan.
While not initially on par with western powers during the feudal era, after having contacts with the Americans they realized how far behind they were in development and modernized and built up their military.Mostly without western help.
They were able to beat the Russians during the war with them in the 19th century and managed to hold their own on equal footing with the US in WWII.
Fast forward to today and they live in one of the most peaceful,highly developed and wealthy countries on earth. Beyond America and most of Europe even.
And they've been able to successfully export their technology and culture to a good portion of the world.
How many people drive a Toyota or Honda or have at least something made by Sony,Toshiba and so forth. Not to mention the popularity of Japanese culture with young westerners. That they have been able to exert soft power by cultural influence distinguishes them from Russia or China.
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