World's next 10 great cities

As globalization continues to push once small cities into the world spotlight, new economic powerhouses and hubs have been created all over the world. Based on the results of Mastercard's Emerging Market Index, these are the 10 cities around the world, in emerging markets, that are the most ascendant on the global commercial scene.
10. Shenzhen, China


9. Bangkok, Thailand


8. Warsaw, Poland

7. Mexico City, Mexico

6. Guangzhou, China

5. Santiago, Chile

4. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

3. Budapest, Hungary

2. Beijing, China

1. Shanghai, China

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World's next great cities