FACTBOX-An intensifying arms race in Asia


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09/21/2021 8:40 Sept 21 (Reuters) - Analysts warn that Asia may be sliding into an accelerating arms race as countries react to China's military growth. Here is a list of defense systems several Asian countries are looking to acquire. AUSTRALIA The country said on Sept. 16 it would build at least eight nuclear-powered submarines under an Indo-Pacific security partnership with the United States and Britain. Australia will also enhance its long-range strike capability with Tomahawk cruise missiles deployed on naval destroyers and air-to-surface missiles for its F/A-18 Hornet and F-35A Lightning II jets that can hit targets at a range...