Sweden’s entry into NATO has dramatically shifted the formerly non-military aligned nation’s naval doctrine: no longer just defending its own shores, the Swedish navy now guards the alliance’s eastern flank.
Experts warned that the move could spur China or Japan to accelerate their own nuclear sub programs in return.
Standoff capability means warfighters stay connected and remain remotely located in a safer environment while making it harder for adversaries to target them.
“With changing governments, it provides an opportunity to review progress and sets a path for continued work,” said Pentagon spokesman Army Maj. Pete Nguyen.
The introduction of a private investment fund into such a long-term and infrastructure-intensive national security project is rare, but the Navy said there are "contractual mechanisms" in the deal that "support Navy oversight and authorities to safeguard Navy and national security interests."
The Alabama-based Navy shipbuilder has spent its first 20 years focused on two major ship programs. That's rapidly, and loudly, changing.
The Texas-based non-profit quickly made a name for itself by running ads for its BuildSubmarines.com website on major sports and entertainment events.
Onshoring and investment in military-specific semiconductors anchor a cornerstone of the defense industrial base.