China is moving toward all-nuclear submarine construction in a major strategic shift, US Navy intel chief says
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- The US Navy's intel chief said China is shifting toward building all nuclear-powered submarines.
- Supported by its vast shipbuilding capacity, China is also ramping up submarine production.
- China has historically lagged behind on submarine capabilities. US officials say it's catching up.
China's navy is moving toward all-nuclear submarine construction, the US Navy's intelligence lead said, describing a long-term shift in how...