Global military spending reaches record $2.9 trillion in 2025
Here's what it means for you.
Rising military expenditures signal shifting priorities in global defense strategies.
What happened
Global military spending rose to nearly $2.9 trillion in 2025.
The Context
- The United States, China, and Russia accounted for over half of global military spending, totaling $1.48 trillion.
- U.S. military spending declined by 7.5% as financial aid to Ukraine was halted.
- Military spending as a share of global GDP reached 2.5%, the highest level since 2009.
Takeaway
The trend of increasing military expenditure is likely to continue as nations respond to perceived threats.
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