It ranks the world’s strongest militaries based on over 60 factors, including manpower, defense budgets, logistics, natural resources, and strategic reach.
A lower Power Index (PwrIndx) score indicates greater overall military capability.
The United States ranks first with a PwrIndx of 0.0744, supported by an $860 billion defense budget and advanced global assets.
Russia and China are tied at second place with 0.0788.
India ranks fourth with 0.1184.
South Korea, the United Kingdom, France, Japan, Türkiye, and Italy complete the top ten based on technology, regional influence, and defense investments.