To counter China, Trump’s Asia trip seen shoring up shipbuilding with key allies

South China Morning PostCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete by Carol YangOctober 27, 2025 at 12:00 PM

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US President Donald Trump's visit to Asia aims to bolster shipbuilding collaborations with Japan and South Korea as part of efforts to counter China’s maritime dominance. During his three-day state visit to Japan starting Monday, both countries plan to sign a memorandum enhancing their shipbuilding capabilities through joint investments in shipyards, standardizing vessel designs, advancing technology, and improving personnel training. The agreement underscores the importance of a robust shipbuilding industry for economic security and competitiveness. Both nations also anticipate mutual support in vessel repairs and spare parts supply.

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