Why the US needs this country to take on China's huge navy
China now builds more than half of the world's ships — from cargo vessels to tankers and even warships. How did it become the dominant
China now builds more than half of the world's ships — from cargo vessels to tankers and even warships. How did it become the dominant force in global shipbuilding, and why is the United States scrambling to catch up, with US President Donald Trump keen to build his ‘Golden Fleet’ battleships as soon as possible?
We talk to security expert Peter K. Lee about China's shipbuilding rise, America's industrial decline, and why South Korea could play a crucial role in rebuilding US maritime power. Chapters 00:00 Who’s building the world’s ships?
01:30 The shipping world relies on China 02:15 Trump-class battleships and the Golden Fleet 02:55 America’s shipbuilding downfall 05:00 Why the US needs South Korea 07:55 Reviving
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