Global military spending refers to the total expenditures by countries on their armed forces and defense-related activities. This encompasses a wide range of expenditures, including salaries for military personnel, procurement of weapons and equipment, research and development of defense technologies, infrastructure maintenance for military bases, and operational costs for military operations and training.
Global military spending is often measured in monetary terms, typically in US dollars, and is analyzed to understand trends in international security, geopolitical tensions, and the prioritization of national defense within government budgets. Tracking these expenses allows for the assessment of a country’s military capacity and preparedness, as well as its strategic priorities in relation to other nations.
The term can also be associated with discussions about the implications of military spending on global peace and stability, social development, and the allocation of resources towards civilian sectors versus military needs. Reports from various organizations, including research institutions and international watchdogs, often provide insights and statistics on global military expenditures to inform policy debates and public understanding.
Les dépenses militaires mondiales continuent d'augmenter alors que les pays du monde entier renforcent leurs budgets de défense en réponse aux événements récents. La Russie a envahi l'Ukraine, le Hamas…