China’s ability to build ships has grown a lot, now 232 times more than the U.S. This is because China has invested in new technology and the government helps local companies make ships.
On the other hand, the U.S. is building fewer ships because of money problems and fewer workers, even though it is still good at making military and high-tech ships.
This big difference affects world trade and safety at sea, making China very important in the future of shipping and moving goods around the world
