Global Military Spending Reaches Record High, Driven by Europe and Asia

A new report reveals that global military spending has surged to a record $2.89 trillion, marking the 11th consecutive year of increase. This significant rise is primarily driven by increased expenditures in Europe and Asia, pushing worldwide spending to levels not seen in decades amid growing insecurity and rearmament efforts.

27 Apr, 07:42 — 27 Apr, 14:57

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The continuous rise in global military spending, particularly in Europe and Asia, indicates a significant shift in geopolitical priorities and perceived threats. This trend can impact international relations, resource allocation, and potentially escalate regional tensions, making it a critical indicator of global stability.

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Global military spending reached a record high in 2025
The increase marks the 11th consecutive year of growth
Spending surges in Europe and Asia are key drivers
The United States temporarily reduced its military spending

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Global military spending reached nearly $3 trillion in 2025

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Global military spending reached $2.887 trillion in 2025

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The increase in global military spending represents a 2.9% growth in real values compared to 2024

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The current levels of military spending have not been seen in 16 years

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A conflict think-tank released the report on military spending

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The specific duration of the spending surge, noting levels not seen in 16 years

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CNNMostly Factual9h ago

Military spending surges in Europe and Asia, pushing world to levels not seen in 16 years, report says - CNN

Military spending surges in Europe and Asia, pushing world to levels not seen in 16 years, report says CNN

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France 24High1h ago

Global military spending rises 2.9% to $2.89 trillion

Global ⁠military spending rose 2.9% in 2025 despite a 7.5% decline in the United States as President Donald Trump halted new financial military aid to Ukraine, a report by a conflict think-tank showed on Monday.

By FRANCE24

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rfi-englishMostly Factual6h ago

Europe, Asia driving surge in global military spending: report

World military spending rose again in 2025, reaching a record $2.9 trillion (€2.67 trillion), according to new figures from Stockholm-based global armament watchdog SIPRI. This comes as governments responded to war, strategic rivalry and uncertainty, with Europe and Asia leading the push for rearmament.

By RFI

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Daily SabahMixed6h ago

Türkiye's military spending hits $30 billion in 2025: SIPRI

Türkiye's military spending increased by 7.2% in 2025, according to a report by a conflict ‌think-tank on Monday that also showed global expenditure hit a new all-time hi...

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egypt-independentMostly Factual7h ago

Military spending surges in Europe and Asia, pushing world to levels not seen in 16 years, report says - Egypt Independent

Military spending surges in Europe and Asia, pushing world to levels not seen in 16 years, report says Egypt Independent

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First report: nos · 27 Apr, 00:17|Full coverage: 10 · 15h|Window: 15h

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nos27 Apr, 00:17First to report

Defensie-uitgaven NAVO-landen groeiden in decennia niet zo snel

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CNN27 Apr, 07:42

Military spending surges in Europe and Asia, pushing world to levels not seen in 16 years, report says - CNN

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egypt-independent27 Apr, 09:10

Military spending surges in Europe and Asia, pushing world to levels not seen in 16 years, report says - Egypt Independent

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rfi-english27 Apr, 10:30

Europe, Asia driving surge in global military spending: report

Daily Sabah27 Apr, 10:37

Türkiye's military spending hits $30 billion in 2025: SIPRI

danas27 Apr, 10:57

Svestka vojna potrošnja u porastu 11.godinu zaredom: SAD privremeno smanjuju, izdaci u Evropi i Aziji naglo rastu

lsm-lv27 Apr, 11:21

Pētījums: NATO militāro tēriņu pieaugums pērn – straujākais kopš 1953. gada

balkan-web27 Apr, 11:30

Evropa i çon shpenzimet ushtarake globale në nivele rekord

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klix-ba27 Apr, 14:38

Na oružje se u 2025. godini potrošilo 2.887 milijardi dolara, Evropa i dalje prednjači

France 2427 Apr, 14:57Latest update

Global Military Spending Reaches Record High, Driven by Europe and Asia

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Military spending surges in Europe and Asia, pushing world to levels not seen in 16 years, report says - CNN

Global military spending rises 2.9% to $2.89 trillion

Europe, Asia driving surge in global military spending: report

Türkiye's military spending hits $30 billion in 2025: SIPRI

Military spending surges in Europe and Asia, pushing world to levels not seen in 16 years, report says - Egypt Independent

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Defensie-uitgaven NAVO-landen groeiden in decennia niet zo snel

Military spending surges in Europe and Asia, pushing world to levels not seen in 16 years, report says - CNN

Military spending surges in Europe and Asia, pushing world to levels not seen in 16 years, report says - Egypt Independent

Europe, Asia driving surge in global military spending: report

Türkiye's military spending hits $30 billion in 2025: SIPRI

Svestka vojna potrošnja u porastu 11.godinu zaredom: SAD privremeno smanjuju, izdaci u Evropi i Aziji naglo rastu

Pētījums: NATO militāro tēriņu pieaugums pērn – straujākais kopš 1953. gada

Evropa i çon shpenzimet ushtarake globale në nivele rekord

Na oružje se u 2025. godini potrošilo 2.887 milijardi dolara, Evropa i dalje prednjači

Global military spending rises 2.9% to $2.89 trillion

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