WASHINGTON -- The U.S. will talk with Japan about the option of employing dual-use shipbuilding -- building commercial ships with military applications -- Navy Secretary John Phelan told Nikkei Asia.
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US to discuss dual-use shipbuilding with Japan, navy chief says
To counter China, allies should explore 'all options' to boost capacity, Phelan says
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U.S. Navy Secretary John Phelan says commercial ships will be required to support combat ships in a conflict, as seen in previous word wars. (Photo by Rintaro Tobita)
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