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Peace on earth will not benefit anyone. The law of the market requires constant war

I always seemed naïve delusion that the world is ruled by banks, oil kings and other corporations

The world is ruled by guns and those who possess them. Probably because the arms trade is one of the most profitable businesses.

Those who own the means of production of weapons—ruled the world, ruled by politicians and dictate their own terms.

Any other production, including oil and banking industry can comprehend the crisis and falling profits

But gun sales will never go down in price.

Consequently it is–the world is ruled by the gun manufacturers, not the bankers or the oil companies.

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The market weapons, such as, for example, the automotive market requires new territories, updating of assortment of weapons, including by its use.

After the Second world war somehow became unfashionable to fight States with each other. The vacuum but the market doesn’t tolerate…

Perhaps that is why today spawned a fashion in the war against international terrorism

.The market is the market. And fashion is an integral component.

According to the data presented by the Stockholm international Institute of world problems (SIPRI), the total arms sales in 2011-2015 increased 14% worldwide, compared to the years 2006-2010.

Two main active region saturated with weapons sales in Asia and Oceania increased from 42% to 46%, while in the middle East arms sales have grown from 18 to 25% and now the region is in second place with the highest amount of import of weapons.
The majority of arms shipments to the middle East are the United States, accounting for 41% of arms exports to the region.
Мир на земле не выгоден никому. Закон рынка требует постоянной войны

Asia and Oceania received 40% of American weapons. In addition, 68% of Russian arms exports went to the same region. The biggest arms dealer in Asia — China, which has armed Pakistan, Bangladesh and Myanmar.
At the time, as the acquisition of weapons is also on the rise in Africa, in Europe and in the Americas there has been a sharp decline in the inflow of new weapons.

According to a report from the Stockholm international Institute of peace studies, sales of the 100 biggest arms manufacturers on the globe, amounted in 2014 to just over $400 billion.

The U.S. accounted for 54.4% of the world’s arms sales in the world in 2014, followed by the UK and Russia. Seven out of ten largest companies-manufacturers of weapons in the world are American.
Мир на земле не выгоден никому. Закон рынка требует постоянной войны

In its press release of February 22, 2016 SIPRI writes: the U.S. and Russia remain the largest exporters of weapons.
China continues to expand its military capabilities, both from imported and domestic production of weapons. Neighbouring States such as India, Vietnam and Japan also strengthened its national armed forces.

Arms imports by States in the Middle East rose by 61% in the period 2011-15гг. compared to the years 2006-10. In 2011 15гг. Saudi Arabia is the second largest importer of arms, has increased the import of weapons to 275% (almost three times!) compared to the years 2006-10.

Мир на земле не выгоден никому. Закон рынка требует постоянной войны

Мир на земле не выгоден никому. Закон рынка требует постоянной войны

Мир на земле не выгоден никому. Закон рынка требует постоянной войны

In the same period, the import of arms to the UAE grew by 35%, while Qatar grew by 279%, while in Egypt imports of arms increased by 37%, primarily due to a sharp growth in 2015.

According to SIPRI, the coalition of Arab States, which is fighting in Syria, relies largely on American and European weapons. Despite low oil prices, large shipments of weapons to the middle East is expected to continue in the framework of contracts signed in the last five years.

With its 33% share of total arms exports, the U.S. was the main exporter of armaments in the years 2011-15. US exports major weapons increased by 27% compared to the 2006-10 years.

Russian exports of major weapons increased in 2011-15, at 28% compared to the 2006-10 years and, thus, the share of Russia in the last 5 years accounted for 25% of world exports.

However, in 2014 and 2015, Russian arms exports have returned to the lower annual levels observed in the years 2006-10. The decline of Russian exports, obviously, linked to Western sanctions imposed against major Russian exporter of armaments.

At that time, as regional conflicts and tensions continue to rise, the US remains the leading arms supplier by a wide margin. Over the past five years the United States sold and/or transferred weapons at least 96 countries, and the military industry of the USA has large export orders, including for supplies of 9 States with a total of 611 units of modern combat aircraft F-35.

Other interesting and speak for themselves figures: — import of weapons in Mexico has increased over the last five years 331% compared to the previous five years;
Azerbaijan at the same time increased the import of weapons to 217%;
— during the same period, arms imports to Iraq increased by 83%;
— at the same time, arms imports by States in Europe decreased by 41%.

The SIPRI database on arms transfers contains information on all international transfers of major conventional weapons (including sales, gifts and production licences) to States, international organizations and armed non-state groups from 1950 to the most recent full calendar year. SIPRI data reflects the volume of actual deliveries of arms, not the financial value of transactions.

With such “pumping” of the arms which the most volatile region of the world, don’t you think?

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The Stockholm Institute of Peace Studies (SIEPM) published the results of the analysis of world production and sales of weapons. The report considered the 100 biggest arms manufacturers in the world. It was estimated that they had sold arms worth 400 billion dollars. In our list there aren’t many Chinese companies because the researchers had no reliable data to track.

Norinco, the China: the level of sales is unknown

 
Мир на земле не выгоден никому. Закон рынка требует постоянной войны

Norinco, China

Due to insufficient information regarding the level of sales of Chinese arms manufacturers, SHIPM did not consider them in its report, although China is the fourth largest producer and seller of weapons. So, we decided just to mention about China and its largest arms manufacturer, Norinco. With 62 billion dollar sales the Chinese company produces tanks and small arms, as well as the transport and civil equipment. Many technologies were borrowed from other countries and cloned Chinese engineers. For example, the tank MW-3000 is built on borrowed technology of the West and Russia.

20. Textron, USA: 4,38 billion

 
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Textron, USA

The company was founded in 1923 on the island of Rhode island and today is a conglomerate of companies that specialize in the production of civil and military products. Those who enjoy Golf, walked through the fields for games on carts of Textron. In addition, the company manufactures industrial equipment, helicopters, small planes and tractors. On the market of the weapon she is best known for its products in the field of information and espionage technology, such as drones RQ-7 flown 900 000 hours during the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan.

19. The company DCNS, France: 4,46 billion dollars

 
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The company DCNS, France

The history of this company began in the 17th century, when France started to manufacture ships to create their own fleet. Through the centuries the French government in 2003 established a state company Direction des Constructions Navales. Adhering to the slogan “the Future is in the sea”, the firm sells marine weapons and military transport, for example, frigates, corvettes, submarines and torpedo bombers, including nuclear fuels. Her clients include countries such as Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, India, Singapore and Brazil.

18. Honeywell, USA: 4,87 billion dollars

 
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Honeywell, USA

Honeywell is based in new Jersey and is a conglomerate that produces a wide range of products for civil and military areas. Many known thermostats of the company. Speaking of engines and machines, it is the manufacturer of the turbine unit by Garrett. In addition, the company produces aviation electronic navigation equipment and missile systems and parts for nuclear weapons of the United States.

17. United shipbuilding company, Russia: 5,12 billion dollars

 
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United shipbuilding company, Russia

In 2007 by order of the President of Russia was created large state-owned shipbuilding and ship repair Association to work more effectively in this sphere. In addition to military courts, the company produces civilian cargo ships and platforms for oil production and drilling equipment. It produces diesel-electric and mini-submarines for export. Among the famous ships, especially frigates and patrol boats, capable of carrying missiles and other weapons.

16. The Safran company, France: 5,42 billion

 
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The Safran Company, France

Established in 2005, French company Safran focuses on the production of jets, missiles, drones and helicopters. Most of the products is a civilian equipment and motors. The company also produces and sells braking systems, chassis, electrical, hydraulic, electric and mechanical equipment. Today it is known for its guidance systems of missiles. A special demand on the world market are unmanned vehicles of the company.

15. United aircraft Corporation, Russia: 5,53 billion dollars

 
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United aircraft Corporation, Russia

As United shipbuilding company, this Association was created by order of the President for the effective operation of the manufacture of military and civil products. In the civil sphere it is engaged in manufacture passenger and cargo aircraft. In the military field the company specializes in the production of fighter planes, cargo and training aircraft. The most famous aircraft companies, Sukhoi PAK FA, based on the technology “stealth”, will be released in 2016 and offered for export.

14. Rolls-Royce, UK: 5,55 billion dollars

 
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Rolls-Royce, UK

Most people associate the name with the luxurious and world-renowned cars, but, apart from them, the company produces airplane engines, RR. They are used in more than 30 different types of planes companies and are considered the most reliable. The company is the world’s second largest manufacturer of engines for planes and helicopters with short takeoff and vertical landing, F-35.

13. The company is Huntington Ingalls, USA: 6,55 billion dollars

 
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The company is Huntington Ingalls, USA

Company, the largest American manufacturer of aircraft, was upgraded in 2011 to the Association, which is engaged in the manufacturing and nuclear submarines of class “Virginia”.

12. Concern “Almaz-Antey”, Moscow, Russia: 8,03 billion dollars

 
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Concern “Almaz-Antey”, Moscow, Russia

Founded in 2002, the Russian Corporation “Almaz-Antey” specializes in defense, security systems and control the missiles. These systems proved themselves in military conflicts in Lebanon and Iraq. System S-300 is able to record slow moving targets at a distance of 250 km.

11. The company L-3 Communications, USA: of 10.34 billion

 
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The company L-3 Communications, USA

This American company based in new York, involved in the production of information systems, aviation electronic navigation systems, control panels, mobile video communication and system of data transmission and storage. The company also produces night vision devices, laser control systems and soldiers ‘ personal weapons. It does not produce planes and tanks, but its products have important strategic significance for other gun manufacturers in the USA.

10. Thales, France: 10,37 billion dollars

 
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Thales, France

French company Thales, based in Paris in 2011, known in civil and military market for the production of aircraft instruments and radio systems. More than half of sales are on military contracts. The company produces everything from radar to fire-fighting systems for ships, armoured vehicles and drones. In addition, she continues to export missiles Starstreak air defense system, and the remote control of armoured vehicles, SWARM.

9. The company Finmeccanica, Italy: 10,56 billion dollars

 
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The Company Finmeccanica, Italy

The only Italian company overview Finmeccanica is one of the world’s largest arms exporters. It produces weapons for the army, Navy and air force. In the field of aviation equipment and systems company known for its radar installations, aircraft electronic and radio systems installed in aircraft and drones. It also produces helicopters AugustaWestland, including the Mangusta and the Apache license version. On earth the company supplies military tanks of Ariete and the sea – anti-ship missiles and torpedoes and air defense systems, which are used by many countries in the world.

8. The United Technologies Corporation, USA: 11,9 billion dollars

 
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The United Technologies Corporation, USA

The United Technologies Corporation, which is located in Connecticut, is a conglomerate that provides a wide selection of products for civil and military areas. Along with aircraft and sales leaders, the world-famous and in-demand helicopters and Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk, the company manufactures elevators and escalators. It also produces aircraft engines Pratt and Whitney which are mounted on fighters, bombers and training aircraft 27 countries, and these engines are used in modern aircraft stealthy F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II.

7. The company EADS / Airbus Group, Europe: 15,7 billion dollars

 
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The company EADS / Airbus Group, Europe

Company European Aeronautic Defence and Space Company were merged in a pan-European company, which was reorganized as Airbus Group in 2014. Everyone has heard about the Airbus, a company known for its passenger jets, including large double-Decker plane A-380, but not everybody knows about the defence and space activities of the company, so to speak, about the military sphere. In addition to the production and sale of different types of transport and space ships, the company helps in the production of the Eurofighter Typhoon to other seven European countries and other countries of the world. The branch of the company produces helicopters, including a modern combat helicopter Eurocopter Tiger.

6. The General Dynamics (USA): 18,66 billion dollars

 
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The General Dynamics (USA)

The company General Dynamics in business for a long time, since 1899, when engaged in the production of submarines. Today it is engaged in the production of weapons and equipment of all types: land, air, sea and space – from computer systems and monitors to Stinger missiles and Tomahawk. The most famous product of the company is the M1 Abrams tank, which proved itself during the Gulf war in 1991 and other military missions. Today the company’s customers include such countries as Egypt, Saudi Arabia and the U.S. forces.

5. The company Northrop Grumman, USA: 20,22 billion dollars

 
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The company Northrop Grumman, USA

A major manufacturer of weapons of the American company, based in Virginia, Northrop Grumman, known for its aviation products. It was founded in 1994, after Northrop acquired the manufacturer of airplanes and spacecraft, the Grumman company. Today, the Association develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of military equipment, including sonar and radar systems, propulsion systems for ships and anti-missile systems.

In addition, the aircraft A-10 Thunderbolt II, issued by the company, is considered one of the most famous products, like the stealth bomber b-2 which took part in many successful military missions since 1999, Kosovo. The plane is able to carry heavy bombs weighing about 36 tons.

4. Raytheon company, USA: 21,95 billion dollars

 
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Raytheon company, USA

This defense company is known as one of the largest manufacturers and sellers of weapons in the world. It was founded in Massachusetts and is engaged in the production of missiles-HARM invisible, anti-tank TOW missiles and missile defense systems, Sparrow and Sidewinder for the U.S. and its allies. The best known missile systems are anti-air missiles and Patriot anti-tank missiles Javelin, which was different during the Persian Gulf war.

3. Company BAE Systems, UK: 26,82 billion dollars

 
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Company BAE Systems, UK

BAE Systems is a unification of several British telecommunication companies, aerospace engineering and shipbuilding, which in 1999 set up a Corporation. It has been producing stealth fighters F-35 Lightning II and the Eurofighter Typhoon combat vehicles CV90 and M2/M3 Bradley, submarines, frigates, torpedo boats and passenger ships of class “Queen Elizabeth”.

2. The Boeing company, USA: 30,7 billion dollars

 
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The Boeing company, USA

This company is widely known in the world in the field of passenger transport, as produced such aircraft as the Boeing 747, 777 and 787. It is also a major player in the military market, producing protivolodochnyi planes and fighter jets, including combat helicopter AH-64 Apache, F-15 Strike Eagle and F-18 Super Hornet. In addition, the company produces guided JDAM bombs, a missile system “earth-air” Patriot, and Harpoon anti-ship missiles.

1. Lockheed Martin, USA: 35,49 billion dollars

 
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Lockheed Martin, USA

First in our list is the largest producer and seller of arms company Lockheed Martin, based in Maryland. In addition to missiles, computer systems and sensors, it produces the most renowned weapons for the U.S. and its allies, including C-130 Hercules, C-5 Galaxy, F-16 Fighting Falcon, F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II, M270 rocket launchers, light armored vehicles, ships, ship multifunctional combat information and control system Aegis, ballistic missile systems for Trident submarines. Today, the company is developing a defense system PAC-3 and THAAD. And so razrabotki weapons of the distant future can cause not only admiration, but horror.
Source: http://www.novate.ru/blogs/060315/30296/

In this list only the largest produce, without taking into account hidden incomes from illegal arms sales.

And besides them there are hundreds of manufacturers of weapons, which bring profit Astronomicheski

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