The Shifting Tides: Global Shipbuilding Industry (1980-2035) The global shipbuilding industry has undergone a monumental transformation over the past 45 years, shifting from a landscape dominated by Japan and South Korea to the emphatic supremacy of China. This treatise delves into the multifaceted reasons behind China's meteoric rise, examining the strategic economic planning, unparalleled cost efficiencies, and robust government support that enabled this ascendancy. It explores the geopolitical and economic implications of this concentrated power, particularly concerning global trade and national defense. We will also investigate the sustainability of large-scale shipbuilding, the perceived disadvantage of the West's dwindling infrastructure, and the inherent differences between commercial and military shipbuilding. The treatise will chart the technological advancements that have reshaped the industry and cast a forward gaze into the next decade, identifying emerging players ...