South Korea aims to launch first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s

🇰🇷 The Straits Times (KR) —
South Korea aims to launch first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s

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South Korea plans to launch its first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s to enhance defense capabilities against North Korea's nuclear and missile threats. The development reflects regional strategic military advancements.

It is aimed at countering North Korea’s submarine-launched nuclear and missile threats.

Security Conflict Politics South Korea nuclear submarine defense North Korea missile threats military advancement

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