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US Navy weighs buying warships from Japan, South Korea to counter China fleet

The US Navy is considering procuring warships built in allied Japan and South Korea to accelerate fleet expansion against China's naval buildup, a highly unusual move. Officials cite President Trump's push for faster ship delivery while balancing US shipyard investment and workforce growth. The plan is under development, with no formal commitment, and faces industrial and political hurdles.

Valor Econômicoabout 10 hours agoUS, JP, KR, CNCredibility 44%View source

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