SIPRI 102d ago

Why are global arms transfers rising despite ongoing conflicts elsewhere? Dr Mathew George, Director of the SIPRI Arms Transfers Programme, explains that while tensions in Asia, Oceania and the Middle East continue to drive arms imports, a sharp increase in flows to European states pushed global transfers up by nearly 10%. Since 2022, deliveries to Ukraine have played a major role, alongside broader efforts by European countries to strengthen their militaries in response to a perceived growing threat from Russia. 🟥 Visit www.sipri.org for more information on the latest arms transfers data. #SIPRI #ArmsTrade #Europe #GlobalSecurity #DefenseIndustry