Military of Brazil

Military branches:

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Brazilian Army, Brazilian Navy (includes naval air and marines), Brazilian Air Force, Federal Police (paramilitary)

Related Topics:
Brazilian Army - Brazilian Navy - Brazilian Air Force

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Military manpower - military age:

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18 years of age (compulsory)

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Military manpower - availability:

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males age 15-49:

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47,732,285 (2000 est.)

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Military manpower - fit for military service:

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males age 15-49:

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32,029,873 (2000 est.)

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Military manpower - reaching military age annually:

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males:

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1,830,195 (2000 est.)

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Military expenditures - dollar figure:

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$13.408 billion (FY99)

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Military expenditures - percent of GDP:

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1.9% (FY99)

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See Also: Brazil

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