Growing underwater nuclear ambitions in Asia Pacific

Korea Times News ·
War & Defense Armed Conflict Asia Pacific

Since the advent of nuclear-powered vessels, nuclear and maritime security have been closely intertwined. The introduction of nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs) has further complicated the relationship. An increasing number of countries rely on SSBNs to maintain credible second-strike capabilities, the foundation of nuclear deterrence. The proliferation of nuclear-powered attack…

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