I have much respect for the English-speaking nations despite their politically Left leanings: Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand. I know that if there is ever an apocalyptic clash of civilizations that we will unite against the world!!
I also have much respect for the Japanese. If it weren't for them, there wouldn't be any video games or Takeshi Kitano(and his Most Extreme Elimination Challenge).....................
I guess I could throw India in there as well. I can respect a nation that can maintain a democratic government for all these years while trying to deal with a massive population's problems. If only the Chinese(Communists) could learn from them now......................