Project Summary: Select two of the BRICS, regional and/or emerging powers (for example, Brazil and Turkey; Brazil and South Africa, or India and China..). Compare and contrast their foreign policy capabilities to affect international outcomes. Areas to compare: 1. Favorable historical, external, and internal factors 2. Institutional settings and commitment to democracy 3. Capabilities: military, economic, soft power 4. Relationship with great powers Which of the two emerging powers is more likely to become more powerful? Length: 1,500-1,700 words (references not included). The Countries are Brazil, India, Russia, China and South Africa.