The United States is one of the most powerful militaries in the world. The strongest military force in the world is symbolized by the star-spangled flag. Although the United States withdrew from Afghanistan, its military troops continue to maintain a commanding presence there. The United States spends nearly $601 billion more on the military than the following nine nations on Credit Suisse's index combined, despite sequestration and other budget reductions.

Aside from having the greatest nuclear arsenal in the world, the US also possesses by far the most aircraft of any nation, cutting-edge technology like the Navy's new rail gun, and a sizable and well-trained labor force. The US armed forces continue to be the strongest on the planet, with military installations spread across numerous continents.

The ten aircraft carriers in the American navy are the country's greatest conventional military advantage. India, which is currently building its third carrier, has the second-most carriers worldwide. It has an impressive 6,125 nuclear weapons, 11 aircraft carriers, 68 nuclear submarines, 3,761 combat planes, 867 attack helicopters, 6,209 tanks, and 113 warships, all of which have a $738 billion budget.

Budget: $738 billion

Active frontline personnel: 1,400,000

Tanks: 8,848

Total aircraft: 13,892

Submarines: 72

The third-strongest military force, this unpredictable growing power in the East has not recently been involved in significant armed confrontations. Over the past three decades, the Chinese military has dramatically expanded in both strength and capacity. Its military is the greatest in the world in terms of total manpower. In addition, it possesses the second-largest submarine fleet after the US and the second-largest tank fleet after Russia.

Chinese military modernization efforts have advanced quickly as well; the country is now working on several potentially revolutionary military technology, such as ballistic missiles and fifth-generation aircraft.

With a current budget of $216 billion and 2,333 million attractive-dutydiers, it is only natural for a nation with a population of over 1.4 billion to have a robust military presence. China possesses 2,860 military aircraft, 290 nuclear weapons, two aircraft carriers, 133 navy ships, 67 nuclear submarines, 9,150 tanks, and more.

Budget: $216 billion

Active frontline personnel: 2,333

Tanks: 9,150

Total aircraft: 2,860

Submarines: 67

Without a doubt, the Russian military is one of the most powerful militaries in the world. After World War II, of course, the Soviet Union's communism was the US's arch nemesis. Despite being a capitalist nation today, Russia still possesses the military power of the ancient red empire.

The military budget of the Kremlin has grown by over a third since 2008 and is predicted to climb by 44% more during the following three years. By sending troops to Syria, Russia has also proven its capacity to project force internationally.

Russia now maintains an army with one million male and female soldiers and an annual budget of $84.5 billion. It has one fewer aircraft carrier but twice as many tanks (15,398) as the US and almost the same amount of nuclear weapons (6,500). In addition, it possesses 3,429 aircraft, 55 nuclear submarines, and 70 warships.

Budget: $84.5 billion

Active frontline personnel: 766,055

Tanks: 15,398

Total aircraft: 3,429

Submarines: 55

It is difficult to exaggerate France's impact on the world, both historically and currently. France, one of the oldest nations in the world and one of the most influential in science, politics, economy, and maybe most importantly, culture, is a country in Western Europe. Despite being a relatively small force, the French military is well-equipped, competent, and able to project power.

The Charles de Gaulle, the nation's almost-new aircraft carrier, is frequently sent on military operations around Africa to support the stabilization of governments and the battle against terrorism.

France, the EU's largest military power, is actively participating in the defense of the union with a $62.3 billion budget and 208,700 men and women on active duty. With one aircraft carrier, 27 warships, and eight nuclear submarines, France's naval navy rules the Mediterranean.

French warships were dispatched to the Cyprus Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) two years ago to defend a research vessel of French interest from Turkish Navy harassment.

Budget: $62.3 billion

Active frontline personnel: 208,700

Tanks: 423

Total aircraft: 1,264

Submarines: 10

The Republic of Korea, sometimes known as South Korea, is a country in eastern Asia that occupies the southern tip of the Korean Peninsula and has a protracted history of hostilities.

To defend itself against future North Korean invasions, South Korea has no alternative but to maintain a sizable and effective military. Because of these facts, South Korea possesses several submarines, assault helicopters, and active people.

Additionally, the nation possesses a sizable number of tanks and is the sixth-largest air force in the world. 624,465 individuals make up South Korea's armed forces, which have a $62.3 billion budget. 2,381 combat tanks are used on the ground, while 35 navy warships are present at sea. It does not possess nuclear weapons, even though it borders North Korea. Its air force consists of 595 aircraft.

Budget: $62.3 billion

Active frontline personnel: 624,465

Tanks: 2,381

Total aircraft: 1,412

Submarines: 13

The United Kingdom is a highly developed country that has a significant impact on world politics, economics, science, and culture. The nation is made up of the northern part of the island of Ireland as well as the islands of Great Britain, which include England, Scotland, and Wales, and the northwest corner of Europe.

The once-dominant British Empire's military forces are no longer in control of Europe and the rest of the world. However, it still has a sizable military force. Despite its intention to cut the number of its armed forces by 20% between 2010 and 2018, the UK may still project its might internationally.

In 2020, the HMS Queen Elizabeth, an aircraft carrier with a 4.5-acre flight deck, will enter service with the Royal Navy and begin transporting 40 F-35B joint strike fighters around the world.

The UK has 225 military aircraft, 146,980 men and women serving in the armed forces, and a $61.5 billion budget. The United Kingdom has 227 combat tanks on the ground. Two aircraft carriers, 30 warships, and 11 nuclear submarines are present at sea.

Budget: $61.5 billion

Active frontline personnel: 146,980

Tanks: 407

Total aircraft: 936

Submarines: 11

The Japanese military is not very large in absolute terms. However, the nation is quite well-equipped. Japan, one of the Axis powers in World War II, hasn't been directly involved in any significant hostilities in recent years.

It has the fourth-largest submarine fleet on the list, according to Credit Suisse. Japan also has four aircraft carriers, although they only have helicopter fleets on board. In terms of attack helicopter fleet size, Japan is fourth behind China, Russia, and the US.

The current budget of Japan is $49.7 billion, and there are 247,000 male and female members of the armed forces. It possesses 678 tanks on the ground and two aircraft carriers, 47 warships, and 22 submarines at sea. It has 606 warplanes in the air.

Budget: $49.7 billion

Active frontline personnel: 247,000

Tanks: 678

Total aircraft: 1,613

Submarines: 22

Italy is also one of the most powerful militaries in the world. Italy is a nation in south-central Europe whose Mediterranean Sea-bound boundaries are formed like a boot. The assessment from Credit Suisse gave the Italian military a good rating since it has two operational aircraft carriers. Along with the nation's sizable fleets of attack helicopters and submarines, these carriers significantly improved Italy's standing.

Italy, another maritime force in the Mediterranean, has 16 warships and two aircraft carriers. It has a $34 billion military budget, 320,000 active duty personnel, and 241 war-capable aircraft in the air.

Since World War II, when Italy had a fascist state that had cooperated with the Third Reich, the country has not been involved in any significant hostilities.

Budget: $34 billion

Active frontline personnel: 320,000

Tanks: 586

Total aircraft: 760

Submarines: 6

One of the biggest armies in the eastern Mediterranean is Turkey. Only five nations on Credit Suisse's list have more submarines than Turkey, despite the latter's absence of an aircraft carrier. The nation also boasts an unusually sizable fleet of tanks, many planes, and attack helicopters. Turkey is a devoted participant in the F-35 program.

Turkey has made an effort in recent years to become a significant military force in a large region that includes northeast Europe, the eastern Mediterranean, Asia Minor, and North Africa.

Turkey, a significant NATO member, has an army of 410,500 men and women but only an $18.2 billion budget. Yet it has 4,378 tanks in its arsenal and 26 warships and 13 submarines at sea. There are 310 aircraft in its air force.

Budget: $18.2 billion

Active frontline personnel: 410,500

Tanks: 4,378

Total aircraft: 1,020

Submarines: 13

India is a country in South Asia that is situated on a peninsula that juts out into the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal. One of the world's most powerful militaries in India. In addition to having the most tanks and planes of any nation save the US, China, or Russia, it also has the greatest active manpower of any country besides those two.

India is not widely seen as a military power, much less one that ranks fifth. However, a budget of $64 billion for national defense is a reasonable amount for a nation with a population of over 1.4 billion (comparable to China).

Its arsenal has 1,455 million troops, 6,464 combat tanks, 35 battleships, 14 nuclear submarines, 1,905 aircraft, and 150 nuclear bombs. Nuclear weapons are also in India's arsenal. It is projected that it will surpass Russia to become the world's fourth-largest military spender.

Budget: $1.4 billion

Active frontline personnel: 1,325,000

Tanks: 6,464

Total aircraft: 1,905

Submarines: 15