10 Most Powerful Militaries in the World in 2024

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5. France

GDP (2023): $3.05 trillion

Defense Spending (2022): $53.64 billion

Nuclear Weapons: 290

Manpower: 200,000

Tanks: 222

Aircraft including Fighter Jets: 658

Aircraft Carriers: 1

Submarines: 9

Military Satellites in Orbit: 10

Overseas Bases: 5

Cybersecurity Ranking: 9

Technological Advancement Ranking: 11

Overall Score: 0.618

France has the largest standing military in Europe, with a manpower of 200,000 troops according to the Global Firepower Index 2024. The French navy operates 126 assets, including one aircraft carrier, nine submarines, and 17 frigates. Moreover, France has 290 weapons in its nuclear arsenal.

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