Pentagon Cancels Warship Orders—US and China's Frigate Programs Compare
Summary
The U.S. Navy canceled a key frigate program due to delays, impacting plans to expand America's warship fleet. Meanwhile, China continues to grow its naval power by building various frigates, contributing to its significant military presence.Key Facts
- The U.S. Navy stopped the Constellation-class frigate program because of major delays.
- Only 12% of the first ship in the program is complete, with delivery pushed to 2029.
- China currently has the largest navy by the number of vessels, including many frigates.
- China's navy has more than 370 ships and submarines.
- The canceled U.S. program aimed to build cost-effective frigates as part of a larger naval strategy.
- The first two U.S. frigates in the program will continue construction but are under review.
- China deploys its frigates overseas for various missions, like counter-piracy efforts.
- The U.S. planned to build 20 frigates, costing over $22 billion, but the last four were canceled.
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