5 Most Powerful Militaries in Asia

1. China

GDP (2022): $18,100 billion

Defense spending (2022): $225 billion

Manpower: 2,035,000

Tanks: 4,950

Armored Fighting Vehicles: 174,300

Nuclear warheads: 350

Aircrafts including fighter jets: 3,285

Naval assets: 730

Technological Advancement: 11/132

Cyber Security: 34/50

China has the largest standing military in the world in terms of manpower. The country has emerged as a global power owing to its staggering economic rise since the turn of the 21st century. The country leveraged its distinct economic strength to upgrade its army, armed forces and navy. As a result, China has the most powerful military in Asia, that is not just large in size but is also equipped with advanced, modern weapons and defense systems. Moreover, Beijing’s strong naval fleet of 730 assets includes 78 submarines and 50 destroyers. The Chinese are also fast catching up on the United States when it comes to airpower with the development of its stealth fighter jet J-20A.

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