SIPRI Report 2025

Current Context: The SIPRI Yearbook 2026 was released on June 8, 2026 by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).

• It reported India’s military expenditure in 2025 at $92.1 billion (+8.9%), ranking 5th globally behind the US, China, Russia, and Germany.
• The top 5 spenders accounted for 58% of the global total of $2.887 trillion, marking the 11th consecutive year of growth.
• India’s rise was influenced by the May 2025 India–Pakistan crisis, modernization, and regional security needs.
• The report also estimated India’s nuclear arsenal at ~190 warheads (Jan 2026), noting deployment capability for the first time.
• Globally, nuclear stockpiles stood at ~12,187 warheads, with ~9,745 in military use.
• India remained the world’s 2nd largest arms importer (2021–25), reflecting its strategic posture.

Question:

Q.1 According to SIPRI Yearbook 2026, what was India's military expenditure in 2025?
a) $75.4 billion
b) $82.7 billion
c) $92.1 billion
d ) $101.3 billion

Answer: c) India's military spending reached $92.1 billion in 2025, registering an increase of 8.9% compared to the previous year.