With extensive explanatory notes and reference information, The Military Balance is as straightforward to use as it is extensive. The 2022 edition is accompanied by a fullcolour wall chart illustrating security dynamics in the Arctic.

This title contains region-by-region analysis of the major military and economic developments affecting defence and security policies and the trade in weapons. Detailed entries describe the military capabilities of 171 countries.

The Military Balance is an indispensable reference to the capabilities of armed forces across the globe.

The annual assessment of global military capabilities and defence economics.

Amid continuing conflict and broadening insecurity, The Military Balance provides essential facts and analysis for decision-makers and for better informed public debate.

The Military Balance assesses the military capabilities and defense economics of nearly 170 countries.

The Military Balance 2012, the annual assessment of the military capabilities and defence economics of 171 countries worldwide was launched on Wednesday 07 March 2012.

"This is the fourth annual estimate compiled by the Institute of the nature and size of the military forces of the groups of states involved in the Cold War .

The book is a region-by-region analysis of the major military and economic trends and developments affecting security policy and the trade in weapons and other military equipment.