Global Military Spending (SIPRI Report 2025) Context: India ranks fifth on the list of countries with the highest military spending. According to a report released by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI), a Sweden-based organization: In 2025, India spent 92.1 billion US dollars on its military requirements. This represents an increase of 8.9% compared to the previous year. India has significantly increased its defense expenditure to ensure military readiness, driven by factors such as 'Operation Sindoor' and prevailing tensions in border regions. India's share of global military spending stands at 3.2 percent. By spending 92.1 billion US dollars in 2025, India has secured the fifth position on this list. In this ranking, the United States holds the first place, followed by China in second, Russia in third, and Germany in fourth. The United States spent 1,480 billion US dollars, while China spent 336 billion US dollars on their respective militaries. Pakistan currently ranks 31st on the list of countries with the highest military spending.
