The United States is the world's largest military spender, accounting for nearly 40% of global military spending in 2022.
USA: $877 billion
China is the world's second largest military spender, with a budget that has been growing rapidly in recent years. This growth is due to China's rising economic power.
Russia is the world's third largest military spender, with a budget that has also been growing rapidly in recent years. This growth is due to Russia's aggressive foreign policy.
India: $81.4 billion
India is the world's fourth largest military spender, with a budget that has been growing steadily in recent years. This growth is due to India's regional security concerns.
Saudi Arabia: $75.0 billion
Saudi Arabia is the world's fifth largest military spender, This is due to the country's volatile oil revenues and its involvement in regional conflicts.
UK: $68.5 billion
The United Kingdom is the world's sixth largest military spender, with a budget that has been declining in recent years. This is due to its changing global commitments.
Germany: $55.8 billion
Germany is the world's seventh largest military spender, with a budget that has been growing in recent years. This growth is due to Germany's increasing role in NATO.