Military Expenditure in Côte d'Ivoire, 1962-2022

Côte d'Ivoire's military expenditure displayed modest fluctuations, shaped by its post-independence stability and later political crises. During the 1960s and 1970s, spending remained around 1% of GDP, reflecting the country’s relatively peaceful status under Félix Houphouët-Boigny. However, the 2000s saw a brief rise to 1.3% by 2009, influenced by civil unrest and efforts to restore stability.

In recent years, spending has stabilized at around 1% of GDP, reflecting a return to political calm and a focus on rebuilding. The slight decline to 0.9% in 2022 underscores efforts to optimize defense budgets amid broader economic challenges and regional security cooperation.