Defense Spending (% of GDP) by Country (Oceania)
Australia spends the largest share of its GDP on defense in Oceania — 2.00%, ahead of Tonga (1.80%) and Fiji (1.40%). All 5 countries ranked with the latest available data.
Top 5 Countries
| # | Country | % GDP |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇦🇺 Australia | 2.00% |
| 2 | 🇹🇴 Tonga | 1.80% |
| 3 | 🇫🇯 Fiji | 1.40% |
| 4 | 🇳🇿 New Zealand | 1.20% |
| 5 | 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea | 0.30% |
Statistic
About this Ranking
Defense spending as a percentage of GDP reveals how much of a nation’s economic output is devoted to military purposes. NATO members aim for 2% of GDP, while nations facing security threats often spend considerably more. This metric helps compare military commitment across economies of different sizes.
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