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flag In 2026, the Trump administration launched a plan to boost U.S. shipbuilding to counter China’s maritime dominance, aiming for 250 U.S.-flagged ships by 2035 despite major challenges.

flag In February 2026, President Trump’s administration unveiled a Maritime Action Plan to boost U.S. commercial shipbuilding amid concerns over national security and economic competitiveness. flag The plan responds to China’s global shipping dominance—5,500 vessels and rapid new construction—while the U.S. builds fewer than five ships annually and operates less than 100 commercial vessels, accounting for under 0.4% of global maritime traffic. flag The initiative includes tax incentives, funding for shipyards, workforce training, and proposed legislation to expand domestic shipbuilding capacity, aiming to grow the U.S.-flagged fleet to 250 vessels by 2035. flag However, challenges like outdated infrastructure, labor shortages, high costs, and regulatory barriers remain significant hurdles to success.

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