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Defense spending overview · 2023 data
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Defense Spending
$16.6B
Rank #22 globally
% of GDP
2.1%
Rank #18 globally
Active Personnel
169,000
GDP
$790B
Taiwan Military Budget at a Glance
In 2023, Taiwan allocated $16.6B to defense, representing 2.1% of its $790 billion GDP. This places Taiwan at rank #22 worldwide in absolute military spending and rank #18 by share of GDP dedicated to defense.
Taiwan maintains an active military force of 169,000 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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