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U.S. Navy Reveals Large 450-Ship Fleet Expansion in 2026 Plan to Counter China
- 12 May, 2026 - 12:46
- Naval News Navy 2026
The U.S. Navy is preparing for its largest fleet expansion since the Cold War as Washington accelerates preparations for a potential high-intensity conflict with China in the Indo-Pacific. Outlined in the May 2026 U.S. Navy Shipbuilding Plan, the push toward a force of more than 450 crewed and autonomous vessels is intended to strengthen U.S. combat power around Taiwan and sustain naval dominance across the Pacific.