Correlation Explorer
Pick two indicators to see how countries and regions compare — bubble size = population · click any dot for details
2022
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Source: World Bank Open Data
Forest Area vs Military Spending · 2022
In 2022, Forest Area and Military Spending show a weak negative correlation (r = -0.21) across 150 countries.
A slight tendency links higher forest area to lower military spending, but the relationship is inconsistent and varies widely by region.
Use the interactive bubble chart to explore individual countries and regions, or adjust the year slider to see how this relationship has evolved over time. Bubble size represents population.