India's nuclear weapons spending rose in 2025: How does it compare with China & Pak ?
Global spending on nuclear weapons reached a record $119 billion in 2025, with all nine nuclear-armed nations increasing their investments. India's expenditure rose to $2.5 billion, though it remains significantly lower than China's $13.5 billion and the United States' much larger budget.
Why it matters
The surge in nuclear spending and modernization signals a potential new arms race, raising concerns about global security and the stability of international non-proliferation efforts.
India's nuclear weapons spending rose in 2025: How does it compare with China and Pakistan?
The article reports on data from international organizations (ICAN, SIPRI) without injecting editorial opinion, focusing on comparative spending figures.
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