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3x higher than India: At $245 billion, China hikes defence budget by 7.2%

IndiaTimes Wednesday, 5 March 2025
China announced a 7.2% hike in its defence budget, bringing it to over $245 billion, reflecting its continued military modernization. This intensifies strategic challenges for the US and India, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region, amid mounting geopolitical tensions. On the other hand, India's defence budget remains constrained by operational shortfalls and spending limitations.
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