The Top 15 Weakest Armies in the World

TLDRExplore the smallest and weakest armies in the world, from China to Vatican City. These armies face various challenges, from lack of discipline to outdated equipment.

Key insights

👿China's military is considered weak and unimpressive due to the one-child policy, resulting in non-disciplined and overly enthusiastic soldiers.

😆Vatican City relies on the Pontifical Swiss Guard for the protection of the Pope, but their outdated armor and weaponry make them less intimidating.

😮Saint Kitts and Nevis has a small army of only 150 to 300 personnel, but they focus more on policing roles and have been effective in cracking down on illegal activities.

🌴The Bahamas does not have an army but relies on the Royal Bahamas Defense Force for protection and assistance.

💰Panama has eliminated its standing army and has become known for its status as a tax haven rather than its military strength.

Q&A

Why is China's military considered weak?

China's military is considered weak due to the effects of the one-child policy, which resulted in non-disciplined and overly enthusiastic soldiers.

What is the role of the Pontifical Swiss Guard in Vatican City?

The Pontifical Swiss Guard is responsible for protecting the Pope, but their outdated armor and weaponry make them less intimidating.

How effective is the army of Saint Kitts and Nevis?

The army of Saint Kitts and Nevis, though small in numbers, focuses more on policing roles and has been effective in cracking down on illegal activities.

Does the Bahamas have an army?

No, the Bahamas does not have an army. They rely on the Royal Bahamas Defense Force for protection and assistance.

Why is Panama known for being a tax haven?

Panama is known for being a tax haven because they impose no income, corporate, capital gains, or estate taxes on offshore entities engaging in business outside the jurisdiction.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the video, discussing the concept of the smallest and weakest armies in the world.

00:14China's military is considered weak due to the effects of the one-child policy, resulting in non-disciplined and overly enthusiastic soldiers.

02:30The Pontifical Swiss Guard is responsible for protecting the Pope, but their outdated armor and weaponry make them less intimidating.

03:58The army of Saint Kitts and Nevis focuses more on policing roles and has been effective in cracking down on illegal activities.

07:37The Bahamas does not have an army but relies on the Royal Bahamas Defense Force for protection and assistance.

09:58Panama has eliminated its standing army and has become known for its status as a tax haven rather than its military strength.