As of 2024, the estimated populations and active military personnel for Mexico, Colombia, and Iraq are as follows:
CountryPopulation (millions)Active Military PersonnelMilitary Personnel per 1,000 People
Mexico130.9218,0001.67
Colombia53.1260,0004.90
Iraq45.5200,0004.40
These figures indicate that, on a per capita basis, Colombia has the highest ratio of active military personnel, followed closely by Iraq, with Mexico having the lowest ratio among the three countries.
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