Quad nations collaborate to challenge China's shipbuilding dominance

Experts are discussing how the Quad nations—India, the United States, Japan, and Australia—can counter China's dominance in the shipbuilding industry. Currently, over 50 percent of the world’s ships are built in China, which has a large fleet of about 6,000 ships. This gives China significant control over global trade. Sanjeev Sanyal, an advisor to the Indian government, believes cooperation between the Quad nations could strengthen their shipbuilding capabilities. At a recent conference in New Delhi, he mentioned that India has the technology and steel to build ships. He noted that the U.S. and Japan have high-quality engines and software. Sanyal suggested that Quad countries could collaborate by having India build the hulls while America and Japan contribute their expertise. Brent Sadler, a researcher from the U.S., added that the Quad can also partner with other nations to support maritime industry growth. He pointed out that the U.S. government is taking measures to enhance its shipbuilding sector, including creating a new office dedicated to this purpose and working on upcoming legislation. Sanyal also mentioned that India is actively investing in its shipbuilding industry. The Indian government is establishing a maritime fund and providing financial support, including long-term loans, to encourage development in this field. He expressed optimism about the Quad's potential to strengthen the shipbuilding industry together.