Glossary
106 terms defined — economic, geographic, government & more
Conscription
MilitaryCompulsory enrollment of persons for military service. Some countries require all citizens of a certain age to serve, while others have abolished it.
Example: South Korea requires all male citizens to complete approximately 18-21 months of military service.
Military service age and obligation
Military Expenditures
MilitaryThe amount a country spends on its armed forces, usually expressed as a percentage of GDP.
Example: The United States spends more on its military than the next 10 countries combined.
Military expenditures
Military Service
MilitaryThe age requirements and obligations for military service in a country.
Example: Israel requires military service for both men and women.
Military service age and obligation
NATO
MilitaryThe North Atlantic Treaty Organization, a military alliance of 31 member countries from North America and Europe. Members agree to mutual defense in response to an attack.
Example: NATO was founded in 1949 with 12 original member states.
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