10 Most Powerful Countries in the World by Military

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3. China

GDP (2022): $18.1 trillion

Defense Spending (2022): $292 billion

Manpower: 2,035,000

Tanks: 4,950

Nuclear Weapons: 350

Military Aircraft, including Fighter Jets: 3,285

Naval Assets: 730

Military Satellites: 125

Overseas Military Bases (countries): 1

Active Airports: 507

Score: 12.92

China has the largest military in the world with a manpower in excess of 2 million active troops. The country also has a distinct advantage due to the size of its economy, which Beijing leverages to upgrade its armed forces. China is also one of the most technologically advanced nations on the planet, and therefore, it is no surprise to see them competing with the US on military technology. China has developed its own stealth fighter jet J-20A which is projected to eclipse America’s F-22 in inventory. The country also has significant presence in space with 125 satellites.

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