In the current modern era, the world is becoming rapidly a more military place. It is essential for any country to be equipped with the all essential items in its arsenal to project its power over its rival countries.
Using the Global Firepower Index, let us delve into the top 10 powerful militaries in the world that are ranked according to their military arsenal.
USA, Index rating – 0.1663
USA military
In spite of sequestration and expenditure cuts, the USA remains to be the number one in spending more money than any other country in the world.
Russia, Index rating – 0.1865
Russian Military
The collapse of the Soviet Union has not stopped the growth of Russian military. In spite of the huge politics happening around it, round the clock, the Russia is making huge changes to its military.
China, Index rating – 0.2318
China Military
Some people call China as the strongest military power in the world, because of the huge number of foot soldiers that it has.
India, Index rating – 0.2698
Indian Military
For it being a second most populous country in the world, similar to China it has a great number of people at the military’s disposal.
UK, Index rating – 0.2747
UK Military
France, Index rating – 0.3069
France Military
South Korea,, Index rating – 0.3098
South Korean Military
Germany, Index rating – 0.3507
German Military
Japan, Index rating – 0.3841
Japanese Military
Turkey, Index rating – 0.4339
Turkish Military