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Russia’s Parliament Approves 30% Increase in Defense Spending Amid Ukraine Conflict

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Last updated: November 27, 2024
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Russia's Parliament Approves 30% Increase in Defense Spending Amid Ukraine Conflict

In a significant move reflecting its ongoing military commitments, lawmakers in Russiaโ€™s Federation Council, the upper house of parliament, have approved an extensive budget increase for defense spending, marking an almost 30 percent rise for the upcoming year. This decision comes as Russia continues its military operations in Ukraine, necessitating substantial financial investments in weaponry and personnel.

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The new budget for 2025 allocates an unprecedented 13.5 trillion rubles (approximately $125 billion) specifically for โ€œnational defense,โ€ surpassing expenditures for welfare and education combined. This drastic increase places military spending at levels not seen since the Soviet era, underscoring Moscowโ€™s determination to sustain its military offensive amidst challenging economic conditions.

This record allocation does not account for other funds allocated to military initiatives, such as spending categorized under โ€œdomestic securityโ€ and allocations classified as top secret, further suggesting that the actual military outlay may be considerably higher. The augmented budget awaits the official approval of President Vladimir Putin, who earlier this year highlighted that the nation was directing close to nine percent of its gross domestic product towards defense and security, a figure that reflects the highest military spending since the Cold War era.

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This military spending surge has emerged against a backdrop of economic unease within Russia. Businesses and households are grappling with increased inflation and the depreciating value of the ruble, which has seen significant declines in recent weeks. Once trading at approximately 75-80 rubles per dollar prior to the escalation of hostilities in Ukraine, the currency recently fell to over 105 rubles per dollar, signaling deepening concerns about the economic impact of the ongoing conflict.

The combination of heightened military expenditures and economic instability poses complex challenges for the Russian government as it navigates this turbulent period marked by international sanctions and internal pressures. While the increased defense budget may assure military capabilities in the short term, it raises questions about the long-term sustainability of such spending in the face of a struggling economy and declining domestic morale.

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