Pentagon finds China outpacing U.S. in shipbuilding and missile tech

By Tony Bertuca / September 1, 2020 at 1:17 PM
China is "is already ahead of the United States" in shipbuilding, missile technology and integrated air defense systems, according to the Pentagon's latest annual report on Chinese military strength . When it comes to shipbuilding, China has the largest navy in the world, with an overall battle force of about 350 ships and submarines. The United States, meanwhile, has a battle force of 293 ships, though the Trump administration has pledged to move the Navy on a path to 355...

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