Newspaper Times He reported that France is superior to the United Kingdom in terms of the strength of its armed forces, allocating less funds for defense, and this may deprive the latter of the title of the leading military power in Europe. The journalist of the publication came to such a conclusion after studying the annual report. to work Military power of states by the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS).
According to the research, the UK’s defense expenditures were 65 billion euros and France’s 50 billion euros in 2022. However, despite the budget difference, the French armed forces have significant advantages over their British allies.
The strength of the French Armed Forces is 203 thousand people, while the royal armed forces have only 150 thousand at their disposal. In addition, unlike the UK, in Paris they can launch nuclear shells not only from submarines, but also from some aircraft, which the French army as a whole surpasses Great Britain and the number of frigates.
IISS noted that French President Emmanuel Macron announced an increase in the country’s defense spending, while Rishi Sunak’s government would likely cut spending due to inflation.
Former French President Emmanuel Macron declarationHe said his country should have the capacity to conduct a major operation with other European countries.