What Happened
Small Army Rebuilds After 2008 War With Soviet-Era And Modern Systems
Georgia’s military inventory reflects a mix of Soviet-era and modern systems, with a focus on rebuilding its capabilities after the 2008 war. The country has 132 tanks, 61 aircraft, and 19 naval platforms, with a defense budget of 1.89 billion lari in 2026. Georgia’s defense cooperation with Türkiye, including the procurement of 46 BMC Vuran armoured vehicles, highlights the importance of regional partnerships. According to Global Firepower, Georgia ranks 95th of 145 countries in terms of military power, with a PwrIndx score of 2.0779. This article was first reported by Envanter Medya.