🚢China's naval power is rapidly expanding, with plans to increase the number of aircraft carriers, cruisers, destroyers, and nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines.
🌊China's submarine fleet poses a significant threat to the United States, with submarines capable of reaching the U.S. coast from regions near China.
💣China's submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBMs) have the potential to carry nuclear warheads and target strategic locations in the U.S.
🔒China aims to use the South China Sea as a base for its submarines, securing them from potential anti-submarine warfare operations by foreign forces.
⚙️The U.S. Navy is developing the Columbia class submarines to maintain its technological edge and enhance its nuclear capabilities for the future.