🇳🇿 New Zealand
Defense spending overview · 2023 data
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Defense Spending
$3.1B
Rank #45 globally
% of GDP
1.2%
Rank #36 globally
Active Personnel
9,600
GDP
$252B
New Zealand Military Budget at a Glance
In 2023, New Zealand allocated $3.1B to defense, representing 1.2% of its $252 billion GDP. This places New Zealand at rank #45 worldwide in absolute military spending and rank #36 by share of GDP dedicated to defense.
New Zealand maintains an active military force of 9,600 personnel. Defense expenditure covers a range of capabilities including personnel costs, equipment procurement, research and development, and operational readiness across land, sea, air, and cyber domains.
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