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US Navy Shipbuilding Struggles Behind China In Production

The Russian Navy's large landing ship Novocherkassk transits Istanbul's Bosphorus

Recent reports have highlighted the challenges facing the U.S. Navy in shipbuilding, with production hitting a 25-year low. This decline has put the U.S. behind rival China in terms of production pace, raising concerns about national security and defense capabilities.

Analysts have pointed to a combination of factors contributing to the Navy's shipbuilding woes, including last-minute design changes, cost overruns, and difficulties in recruiting and retaining skilled workers. These issues have led to delays in production at a time when global threats at sea are on the rise.

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