Global Arms Flow Jump Nearly 10 per cent as European Demand Soars due to Transfers to Ukraine

AI Briefing

• – Global arms sales to Europe surged by nearly 10% in 2022, driven by increased demand from countries seeking to bolster their defenses amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.
• – The EU has seen a significant increase in arms imports, with the UK, France, and Germany among the top buyers.
• – Ukraine is expected to continue receiving major arms shipments from Western countries, despite concerns about the potential for escalation and instability in the region.