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senators Tammy Duckworth and Andy Kim will visit South Korea and Japan to explore partnerships in shipbuilding to enhance U.S. naval capabilities. The focus is on forming joint ventures and securing investments to build and repair noncombatant vessels, addressing aging U.S. shipyards and the urgent need to compete with China's shipbuilding dominance. This effort aligns with President Trump's demand to revive U.S. shipyards and engage foreign partners amidst concerns over maritime balance of power.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff