The United States Dominated Global Military Spending in 2021

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US military spending reached US$778 billion, or 3.7% of its GDP, in 2020. This is estimated to represent 39% of total global military expenditure.

Top 10 Countries with the Highest Military Spending (2020)

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Top 10 Countries with the Highest Military Spending (2020)

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According to a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), United States military spending reached US$778 billion in 2020. This amount is equivalent to 3.7% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) that year.

This makes the US the world's largest military spender. In fact, the US accounts for 39% of global military expenditure.

China follows with an estimated military spending of US$252 billion, or 1.7% of its GDP in 2020. China's contribution to global military spending is estimated at 13%.

India, Russia, and the United Kingdom also feature on the list, with military spending ranging from US$59.2 billion to US$72.9 billion. These three countries account for approximately 3% of global military spending.

Editor : Dimas Jarot Bayu

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