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China raises 2026 defense budget by 7% to $277 billion amid modernization and regional tensions.
China has announced a 7% increase in its 2026 defense budget to 1.91 trillion yuan ($277 billion), the slowest growth rate in five years but still above its projected economic growth.
The rise supports ongoing military modernization, including advanced weapons, cyber capabilities, and readiness around Taiwan, amid regional tensions and internal military reforms.
While officially second only to the U.S., analysts estimate China’s actual defense spending may be 32% to 63% higher due to undisclosed programs.
The budget comes as Beijing lowers its economic growth target to 4.5%-5%, reflects weak domestic demand, and shifts focus toward boosting consumption and social protection under its 15th Five-Year Plan.
China eleva el presupuesto de defensa de 2026 en un 7% a 277 mil millones de dólares en medio de la modernización y las tensiones regionales.