The United States continues to dominate the global R&D budget for security, accounting for a significant share despite minimal growth (0.3% in 2023). Emerging players include South Korea and Germany, with substantial increases of 7.71% and 15.31%, respectively. Notably, Hungary displayed an impressive 215.13% growth, albeit from a small base. Meanwhile, Spain and the Netherlands experienced notable upsurges, indicating a shift in R&D focus among European nations. Conversely, countries like the United Kingdom and Romania saw contractions, reflecting diverse strategic priorities.
Future trends to watch include the rising contributions from Asian countries like South Korea and Taiwan, fueled by technological advancements and increased cybersecurity investments. Additionally, substantial growth in European countries suggests a broadening of strategic security interests, emphasizing localized innovations within global frameworks.
Top countries in R&D Budget for Security Share by Country (Million US Dollars PPP, Constant)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United States | 81.81 | 2023 | +0.8% | +0.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Korea | 6.35 | 2023 | +4.29% | +7.71% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 3.22 | 2023 | +4.07% | +15.31% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 2.15 | 2023 | -2.68% | +6.14% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 2.15 | 2023 | -5.88% | -5.49% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Japan | 1.48 | 2023 | -24.79% | +3.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Taiwan | 0.97 | 2023 | -4.53% | +7.85% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 0.59 | 2023 | -0.11% | +40.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 0.43 | 2023 | +44.87% | +12.12% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Australia | 0.41 | 2023 | +0.43% | -0.75% | View data |
