(2nd LD) S. Korea aims to launch 1st nuclear-powered submarine in mid-2030s: defense minister

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(2nd LD) S. Korea aims to launch 1st nuclear-powered submarine in mid-2030s: defense minister

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South Korea plans to domestically develop and launch its first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s, according to the defense minister. This initiative underscores South Korea's ambition to boost its naval capabilities and defense independence.

SEOUL, May 26 (Yonhap) -- South Korea aims to develop domestically built nuclear...

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