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South Korea Launches First-of-Class 3,000-ton KSS-III Diesel-Electric Attack Submarine
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Franz-Stefan Gady
September 14, 2018
The first of nine domestically built 3,000-ton diesel-electric air independent propulsion subs was launched on September 14.
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September 14, 2018
US State Department Approves Sale of 6 P-8 Poseidon Sub-Hunting Planes to South Korea
The total contract value for the six P-8 Poseidon maritime surveillance aircraft is estimated at $2.1 billion.
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US State Department Approves Sale of 6 P-8 Poseidon Sub-Hunting Planes to South Korea
August 23, 2018
South Korea to Launch First 3,000-ton KSS-III Diesel-Electric Attack Sub Next Month
The first of nine locally built 3,000-ton diesel-electric attack subs will reportedly be launched next month.
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South Korea to Launch First 3,000-ton KSS-III Diesel-Electric Attack Sub Next Month
June 26, 2018
South Korea Opts for P-8 Poseidon Maritime Surveillance Aircraft in $1.7 Billion Deal
The P-8s will replace South Korea's aging fleet of P-3 Orion maritime surveillance aircraft.
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South Korea Opts for P-8 Poseidon Maritime Surveillance Aircraft in $1.7 Billion Deal
November 08, 2017
Will South Korea Build Nuclear Attack Subs?
The leaders have reportedly discussed the acquisition of nuclear-powered submarines during their recent summit.
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Will South Korea Build Nuclear Attack Subs?
April 05, 2017
US, ROK, Japan Navies Conduct First Joint Anti-Submarine Warfare Drill
The three navies will conduct a trilateral antisubmarine warfare exercise off the Korean Peninsula April 4-6.
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US, ROK, Japan Navies Conduct First Joint Anti-Submarine Warfare Drill
June 09, 2016
ROK Navy Launches New Warship Capable of Hitting Targets Inside North Korea
The new ship will be commissioned by the end of 2018.
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ROK Navy Launches New Warship Capable of Hitting Targets Inside North Korea
March 01, 2016
South Korea Targets New Submarine Launch in April 2016
Seoul will unveil its seventh Type 214 KSS-2 class diesel electric submarine.
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South Korea Targets New Submarine Launch in April 2016
August 14, 2015
ROK Navy Launches New Guided-Missile Frigate to Deter North Korea
Seoul continues to modernize its naval capabilities.
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ROK Navy Launches New Guided-Missile Frigate to Deter North Korea
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