Europe becoming arms powerhouse despite increased imports, says SIPRI
Summary
New research shows that Europe's import of arms has increased significantly due to the Ukraine war, but the continent is also becoming a bigger arms manufacturer and exporter. Almost half of Europe's imported weapons come from the United States, though Europe is making more of its arms and increasing exports.Key Facts
- The Ukraine war has increased Europe's arms imports in the last five years.
- European arms imports more than tripled between 2021 and 2025.
- 48% of Europe's imported weapons came from the United States.
- Poland and the UK are Europe’s largest importers of weapons.
- The EU's arms exports rose by 36% in the last five years.
- The EU's arms exports are nearly as much as its imports and make up 28% of global arms exports.
- Russia's arms exports have fallen by 64% in the same period.
- Europe still depends on the US for certain advanced military systems like F-35 jets and the Patriot missile system.
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