The World’s Strongest Militaries That Protect Their Country

South Korea

Tensions have existed between North and South Korea ever since the 1960s, making them constantly on edge and ready to protect themselves. Because of the imposing threat of North Korea and its growing nuclear capabilities, North Korea has had to think big and think clever.

It has 625,000 active soldiers with an additional 2.9 million ready to fight in reserves. Not bad for a country with 50 million citizens. The South Korean army spends $39 billion a year growing its 2,300 tanks, 1,451 vehicles, and 166 ships.