Global military spending is hitting a record-high $2.2 trillion this year. The United States tops the spending list, with China tailing closely behind. We break down the numbers and trends for a closer look at what’s happening. But what does the growing focus on defense say about our global security situation?

Topics in this episode:

1. $2.24T Global Military Spending Hits Record High
2. U.S. Petitions S. Korea Over Sending Microchips to China
3. S. Korean President Visits U.s. to Meet with Biden
4. Philippines, U.S. Troops Fire Missiles in Joint Drill
5. Guatemala: ‘Most Solid Diplomatic Ally’ of Taiwan
6. Beijing Diplomat Pushes Wolf Warrior Diplomacy
7. Chile to Nationalize Its Vast Lithium Industry Company Linked to China to Be Kicked out
8. ‘Protests Will Grow in Number’ in China: Copley