NATIONAL HARBOR, MD -- The Navy will cut back on traditional surface warfare ships operating near Latin America, Africa and Europe as the service shifts its focus to the Asia-Pacific region in the coming years, with Littoral Combat Ships and Joint High Speed Vessels taking their place, Navy Under Secretary Robert Work said here today. Asked at a panel at the Navy League's annual SeaAirSpace symposium about budget challenges facing the Navy, Work said the service is prioritizing its assets...
