India Tops Global Arms Import

• 12 Mar 2024

According to a study, India remains world's largest arms importer, while Pakistan's arms imports spike, mainly from China.

Key Points

• India's Arms Import Status: India retains top spot as world's leading arms importer, with Russia as primary supplier, but dependency decreases slightly.
• Pakistan's Arms Imports: Pakistan witnesses a significant 43% rise in arms imports, with 82% sourced from China, marking an increasing trend.
• Shift in Procurement Patterns: India shows preference for Western suppliers over traditional ally Russia; France and USA become major arms sources.
• Global Arms Sales Distribution: Top five importers, including India and Pakistan, receive 35% of global arms imports; Asia-Oceania region tops with 37%.
• China's Arms Exports: China emerges as major arms exporter, with Pakistan receiving majority of its arms exports, signaling deepening ties.
• Top Arms Exporting Countries: USA leads global arms exports, followed by France, Russia, China, and Germany, as per SIPRI report.