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US Navy Outsourcing Plan Signals Strong Future for South Korean Shipbuilders

The Trump administration will continue to bolster U.S. shipbuilding capacity through a defense industrial partnership with its allies.
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US Navy Outsourcing Plan Signals Strong Future for South Korean Shipbuilders
HD Hyundai CTO & Senior Vice President, Advanced Research Center, Korea Shipbuilding and Offshore Engineering, Sungjoon Kim, speaks a media event at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas on Jan. 4, 2023, in a still from video. Reuters/Screenshot via NTD
Lisa Bian
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South Korea’s shipbuilding industry is poised for significant growth, fueled by a defense industrial partnership with the United States that began under the Biden administration. The momentum is expected to continue through 2025 and beyond, as the Trump administration has reaffirmed its bilateral commitment in the sector.

Lisa Bian, B.Med.Sc., is a healthcare professional holding a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Science. With a rich background, she has accrued over three years of hands-on experience as a Traditional Chinese Medicine physician. In addition to her clinical expertise, she serves as an accomplished writer based in Korea, providing valuable contributions to The Epoch Times. Her insightful pieces cover a range of topics, including integrative medicine, Korean society, culture, and international relations.