China has launched its first next-generation Type 095 nuclear-powered attack submarine (SSN), according to satellite imagery analysed by defence experts.
It marks a significant leap as Beijing ramps up the underwater arms race to challenge US naval dominance in technology and production.
Images captured between February 9 and 12 showed the vessel being fitted out at the Bohai Shipyard in Huludao, Liaoning province, according to Janes and Naval News.
Defence analysts said the pictures revealed a…
China’s Type 095 nuclear submarine spotted for first time in new satellite images
