2026-04-03 · percent of global GDP (population-weighted)

Saudi Arabia’s defense share of GDP is elevated

Regional rivalry and procurement drive spending.

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Context

Our World in Data SIPRI series shows Saudi Arabia with a high military burden relative to GDP.

Shares are rounded for visualization.