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Adm. Daryl Caudle praised China’s rapid naval build-up—citing its new carrier and amphibious ship, Fujian—while stressing U.S. reliance on Japan and South Korea to bolster shipbuilding and maintain regional strength amid rising tensions.Learning Outcomes
- Explain the strategic implications of China’s rapid naval expansion and shipbuilding capabilities.
- Identify the role of U.S. alliances with Japan and South Korea in strengthening naval and shipbuilding capabilities.
- Analyse the potential impact of nuclear-powered submarine development in Japan and South Korea on regional security dynamics.
