Military manpower - availability: males age 15-49: 2,284,632 (2001 est.)
Military manpower - fit for military service: males age 15-49: 1,309,612 (2001 est.)
Military expenditures - dollar figure: $49 million (FY96)
Military expenditures - percent of GDP: 2% (FY96)
Mali Transnational Issues
Disputes - international: none
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@Malta
Malta Introduction
Background: Great Britain formally acquired possession of Malta in 1814. The island staunchly supported the UK through both World Wars and remained in the Commonwealth when it became independent in 1964. A decade later Malta became a republic. Over the last 15 years, the island has become a major freight transshipment point, financial center, and tourist destination. It is an official candidate for EU membership.