U.S. Navy and Marine Corps 'Face a Critical Amphibious Readiness Shortfall'
Story by Gary Anderson • 18h • 4 min read
What You Need to Know: The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps face a critical amphibious readiness shortfall, with only twelve seaworthy ships available to respond to crises worldwide.
-With major global hotspots like the Mediterranean, the Persian Gulf, and the Indo-Pacific, the Navy's inability to respond rapidly is alarming.
-A decaying shipbuilding industrial base and the shedding of traditional Marine roles exacerbate the problem. Immediate solutions, including outsourcing maintenance to allies and modernizing existing ships, could improve readiness.
-While long-term fixes are needed, innovative short-term strategies are crucial to ensuring U.S. naval superiority, particularly in light of China’s expanding fleet.
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/u-s-navy-and-marine-corps-face-a-critical-amphibious-readiness-shortfall/ar-AA1rgjgt?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=HCTS&cvid=7e5406e2e80644ccafdc3fa19b233c6f&ei=137
