10 Most Powerful Militaries in the World in 2022

In this article we are going to list the 10 most powerful militaries in the world in 2022. For a detailed coverage of this topic and a more comprehensive list please take a look at the 25 Most Powerful Militaries in the World in 2022.

10. Saudi Arabia

Total military spend by the country (in millions): 55,564

Total number of fighter jets: 283

Total number of submarines: 0

One of the most powerful militaries in the world, Saudi Arabia has continued to increase its defense spending over the last decade especially due to its involvement and active contribution in the Yemen conflict. Saudi Arabia imports a majority of its weapons from the United States, which is why the two are such close allies, with weaponry deals being worth tens of billions of dollars a year.