Military-first policy

The Military-first policy prioritizes the needs and development of the armed forces within a country's government and resources. This approach allocates significant funding and attention to military expansion, training, and readiness, often at the expense of other sectors like education, healthcare, or social programs. Countries adopting this policy aim to strengthen their defense capabilities, assert regional or global power, and maintain national security through an emphasis on military strength. While it enhances military effectiveness, it can also impact overall social development if resources are disproportionately directed toward defense.