Countries by Military Spending

How Much Do They Spend and What Does It Mean for Their Budgets?

By Makeover Monday [source]

About this dataset

This dataset contains data on military spending by country from the SIPRI Military Expenditure Database. The data covers military spending from 2020 and includes information on spending as a percentage of GDP and government spending, as well as per capita spending

How to use the dataset

Research Ideas

• Analyzing trends in global military spending over time
• Examining the relationship between a country's military spending and its GDP
• Comparing the military spending of different countries

Acknowledgements

Data Source

License

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Columns

File: SIPRI Military Expenditure Database.csv | Column name | Description | |:-----------------------------------|:-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | Year | The year the data was collected. (Integer) | | Country | The country the data is about. (String) | | Spending (2020 USD) | The amount spent on the military in 2020, in US dollars. (Float) | | Percent of GDP | The percent of the country's GDP that was spent on the military in 2020. (Float) | | Percent of Government Spending | The percent of the country's government spending that was spent on the military in 2020. (Float) | | Spending per Capita | The amount spent on the military per person in 2020, in US dollars. (Float) |

Acknowledgements

If you use this dataset in your research, please credit Makeover Monday.

This dataset provides values for MILITARY EXPENDITURE PERCENT OF GDP WB DATA.HTML reported in several countries. The data includes current values, previous releases, historical highs and record lows, release frequency, reported unit and currency.

Pakistan's data extracted from the World Data Bank provides valuable insights into various factors that help deduce the country's Human Development Index (HDI) and economic situation. These indicators shed light on demographic trends, economic performance, and social development. Let's explore some key indicators and their implications for Pakistan's human development and economic status.

Urban population and Rural population: The distribution of the population between urban and rural areas indicates the level of urbanization and the development of infrastructure. A higher urban population might suggest better access to amenities and services in cities, while a larger rural population may indicate the importance of agriculture and the need for rural development.

Population and Population growth (annual %): The total population and its growth rate are crucial in assessing demographic trends and planning for the future. A high population growth rate can put strain on resources and social services, while a stable or declining growth rate allows for better management of development programs.

Gender-related indicators (Population, female, and Population, male (% of total population)): These indicators highlight gender imbalances in the population. A relatively equal distribution of male and female populations is crucial for gender equality and social development.

Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people), and Mortality rate, infant (per 1,000 live births): Birth and infant mortality rates are essential indicators of healthcare and overall social development. Lower birth and infant mortality rates signify better healthcare facilities and improved living conditions.

GDP (current US$) and Inflation, GDP deflator (annual %): GDP represents the total economic output of a country and reflects its overall economic health. Inflation rates indicate the stability of prices and the impact on consumers' purchasing power.

GNI (current US$) and Gross national expenditure (current US$): GNI measures the total income earned by a country's residents, while gross national expenditure tracks the total spending on goods and services. These indicators help gauge the country's economic performance and fiscal health.

Total reserves (includes gold, current US$): Total reserves provide insight into a country's ability to meet its financial obligations and handle external economic shocks.

Services, value-added (current US$), Merchandise exports, and Merchandise imports (current US$): These indicators reflect the performance of the services and trade sectors, indicating the extent of economic diversification and international trade.

Military expenditure (current USD): Military expenditure is an essential factor in understanding a country's defense priorities and allocation of resources.

Adjusted savings: education expenditure (current US$) and Food production index (2014-2016 = 100): Investment in education is crucial for human development, while the food production index indicates a country's ability to meet its food needs and food security.

By analyzing these indicators collectively, policymakers, economists, and development experts can assess Pakistan's progress in human development and economic growth. Addressing challenges in healthcare, education, gender equality, and economic diversification can contribute to improving the Human Development Index and promoting sustainable economic development in Pakistan.