๐ฒ๐น Malta Military Strength 2026
Malta ranks #146 of 180 in the ArmySimulator Power Index for 2026, making it a small military force. Its armed forces field 1,700 active personnel plus 260 in reserve. The defense budget stands at $109 million (2024), about 0.5% of GDP.
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Personnel & budget
| Indicator | Value | Rank |
|---|
| Active military personnel | 1,700 | #161 |
| Reserve personnel | 260 | |
| Paramilitary forces | 0 | |
| Defense budget (2024) | $109 million | #140 |
| Budget share of GDP | 0.45% | |
| Population | 580K | |
Land forces
| Indicator | Value | Rank |
|---|
| Main battle tanks | 0 | โ |
| Attack helicopters | 6 | |
Air power
| Indicator | Value | Rank |
|---|
| Combat aircraft | 0 | โ |
| Military satellites | 0 | |
Naval forces
| Indicator | Value | Rank |
|---|
| Aircraft carriers | 0 | |
| Cruisers | 0 | |
| Destroyers | 0 | |
| Frigates | 0 | |
| Corvettes | 0 | |
| Amphibious warfare ships | 0 | |
| Nuclear submarines | 0 | |
| Conventional submarines | 0 | |
| Fleet strength score | 0 | โ |
Data years vary by indicator (latest available, 2023โ2026). See methodology and sources.