China's Submarine Lead In Asia Is Growing

Many Asian navies have plans to acquire new submarines in the next ten years, often expanding their overall fleet strength. Many of these designs are indigenous. But China's lead, relative to the rest, could grow. H I Sutton

Forbes: China's Submarine Lead In Asia Could Grow By 2030

Submarines are the hot asset among Asian countries right now, with ~239 in service with the region’s navies. Almost every navy is acquiring new types. If we look ahead 10 years the submarine landscape in the region will be very different. And by 2030 China could have more than twice as many as any other other Asian country.

The total number of submarines will likely drop to around 220. More on why later. But this headline drop in numbers hides the greater trend which is one of expansion and modernization of submarine forces.

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WNU Editor: There is an arms race in Asia that China is "winning". Submarines are part of that "race".

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