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TUE · 2026-04-28 · 21:49 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0428-72371
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The biggest military spenders

Global military spending has reached a new high, marking the eleventh consecutive year of increase according to the latest report from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). This sustained growth indicates a significant trend in international defense expenditures.

Al JazeeraFiled 2026-04-28 · 21:49 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
The biggest military spenders
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Global military spending has reached a new high, marking the eleventh consecutive year of increase according to the latest report from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). This sustained growth indicates a significant trend in international defense expenditures. While the report details the overall rise, it also identifies the leading nations contributing to this global increase. The specific countries and the precise figures for their spending are outlined in SIPRI's comprehensive analysis. This ongoing escalation in military investment reflects a global shift in priorities and resource allocation towards defense.

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SIPRI released a new report regarding global military expenditures.

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Military spending has seen its 11th consecutive year of growth.

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Global military spending is up again.

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Global military spending is up again, according to SIPRI’s latest report showing the 11th consecutive year of growth.
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