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News: India ranked as the fifth-largest military spender in 2025, according to a report released by Stockholm International Peace Research Institute.
About India Becomes 5th Largest Military Spender in 2025: SIPRI
- In April 2026, Stockholm International Peace Research Institute confirmed India as the world’s fifth-largest military spender in its annual report.
- Reports titled: SIPRI annual report 2026 titled “Trends in World Military Expenditure”.
- Key Findings:
- India’s Spending Level: India’s military expenditure reached $92.1 billion, marking an 8.9% increase over the previous year.
- Global Ranking: India became the fifth-largest military spender, after the USA, China, Russia, and Germany.
- Regional Trends: China increased spending by 7.4% to $336 billion, while Pakistan increased by 11% to $11.9 billion.
- Global Spending Pattern: Total global military expenditure reached $2,887 billion, with the top three countries contributing 51%.
- European Contribution: Europe recorded a 14% rise, reaching $864 billion, driven by war and NATO rearmament efforts.
- Arms Import Trends: India’s arms imports declined by 4%, yet it remained the second-largest importer with 8.2% share.
About Stockholm International Peace Research Institute
- SIPRI is an independent international institute that conducts research on conflict, armaments, arms control, and disarmament, and provides data and analysis.
- Establishment: SIPRI was established in 1966 based on a decision by the Swedish Parliament and is based in Stockholm.
- Vision and mission: Its vision is a peaceful world with reduced insecurity, while its mission includes research, policy analysis, dialogue, transparency, and providing authoritative information.
- Funding: SIPRI receives a substantial annual grant from the Swedish Government and also seeks support from other organizations for research activities.
- Structure: Its structure includes a Governing Board, Director, Deputy Director, Research Staff Collegium, and support staff, totaling around 100 people.
- Key Publications:
- SIPRI Yearbook: It provides a definitive account of armaments and international security.
- Arms Transfers Database: It tracks all international transfers of major conventional arms since 1950.
- Military Expenditure Database: It reports annual military spending for most countries.
- Arms Industry Database: It tracks the world’s 100 largest arms-producing and military services companies.
