5 Most Powerful Islamic Countries in the World in 2024

4. Pakistan 

Economic Strength Rank: 9

Military Strength Rank: 9

Weighted Average Rank: 9

The Pakistan Armed Forces comprise the military forces of Pakistan and are the world’s sixth-largest in terms of active military personnel. The armed forces include three main branches: the Army, Navy, and Air Force, supported by several paramilitary units such as Rangers.

A critical element of the armed forces’ structure is the Strategic Plans Division Force, which is tasked with maintaining and securing Pakistan’s tactical and strategic nuclear weapons stockpile and related assets.