Vietnam is advancing its defense manufacturing capabilities by constructing its largest and most modern combat ship, a frigate designed for submarine hunting and equipped with advanced radar and missile systems. The project, undertaken by the state-owned Viettel Group in collaboration with the Song Thu shipyard and other defense units, aims to foster an autonomous and modern defense industry. However, the country is expected to continue relying on foreign technology for critical high-end components like engines and sensors. AI
RANK_REASON Significant domestic defense industry development and product launch. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]
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