Spain’s military expenditure reflected its transition from a dictatorship to a democracy and integration into NATO. Spending started at of GDP in 1960, rising to by 1984 during a period of military modernization. A decline followed, coinciding with Spain's democratic consolidation and reduced Cold War tensions.
By the late 1990s, spending stabilized at around , with minor fluctuations over the 21st century. Recent increases to in 2022 reflect Spain's renewed commitment to NATO amid heightened European security concerns.
By the late 1990s, spending stabilized at around , with minor fluctuations over the 21st century. Recent increases to in 2022 reflect Spain's renewed commitment to NATO amid heightened European security concerns.
Gain a broader perspective by reviewing Spain’s urbanization rate, Historical military personnel data in Spain, Spain’s manufacturing share in GDP.
