INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Global military spending hit a record $2.4 trillion in 2023, a 6.8% rise, with the US and China making up nearly half.However, the most
significant rise came from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), which saw its military spending soar by 105%, reaching $794 million
the global total.Despite this, Africa experienced a 22% increase in military spending from 2022
South Sudan, both grappling with internal conflicts, registered the highest year-on-year increases in military expenditure worldwide.DRC and
South Sudan Lead Global Surge in Military Spending
(Photo Internet reproduction)South Sudan, which had already increased its military spending by 108% in 2022, saw another 78% rise in 2023,
reaching $1.1 billion.These figures highlight the intense focus on military budgets in countries facing severe security challenges.The
increase in military spending in these African nations mirrors broader global trends
conflicts and instability
shapes international relations and economic policies
Attacks on Red Sea ships expose fragile trade routes, prompting nations to boost military protection.Increased military spending has
