New Chinese nuclear attack submarine sank during construction, US defense official says
- A senior US defense official stated that China attempted to conceal the sinking of its newest nuclear-powered submarine earlier this year.
- The Wall Street Journal first reported the sinking, noting satellite imagery showing cranes for salvage.
- The incident raises concerns about the People's Liberation Army Navy's training standards and internal accountability, indicating problems within China's defense industry.
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Chinese nuclear attack submarine sank during construction, US official says
WASHINGTON — Satellite imagery showed that China’s newest nuclear-powered attack submarine sank alongside a pier while under construction, a senior U.S. defense official said Thursday. The sinking of China's first Zhou-class submarine represents a setback for Beijing as it continues to build out the world's largest navy. Beijing has become increasingly assertive in pursuing its claim to virtually the entire South China Sea, which is crucial to i…
The Chinese navy has suffered a major loss after a brand new nuclear-powered attack submarine sank at the shipyard's wharf. The Chinese authorities have tried to cover up the incident, which can now be seen on new satellite images
A Chinese nuclear submarine has sunk at a dock in a shipyard during construction, a major loss for the Chinese military, US defense officials announced today.
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