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"For importers, US arms offer advanced capabilities and a way of fostering good relations with the US."
— Pieter Wezeman , Academic
"Gulf Arab states are working to strengthen relations with long-standing suppliers like the US and France, while also seeking new suppliers."
— Zain Hussain , Academic
"The sharp increase in arms flows to European states pushed global arms transfers up almost 10%."
— Mathew George , Academic
"The USA has further cemented its dominance as an arms supplier, even in an increasingly multipolar world."
— Pieter Wezeman , Academic
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Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Mathew George is one of the authors of a SIPRI study on global arms trade.
Senior researcher at the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (Sipri).
Researcher at the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (Sipri).
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European countries have become the world's largest arms importers over the past five years, driven by increased defense needs amid regional security concerns.
A recent report indicates that Europe has surpassed other regions to become the largest importer of arms globally, reflecting heightened security concerns.
The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute reports that the US remains the world's largest arms supplier, with Saudi Arabia as the primary recipient.
A recent study reveals that European nations have become the leading global arms importers, driven by increased defense needs amid regional security concerns.
The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute reports that Europe has become the world's largest arms importer, surpassing other regions.
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