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China overseas military base
The Threat From Overseas Chinese Military Bases Is Overblown
By Nathan Beauchamp-Mustafaga and Howard Wang
U.S. policymakers see China’s overseas bases as a threat, but writings from Chinese military strategists suggest little interest in initiating offensive operations from such facilities.
China’s Djibouti Base: A One Year Update
By Tyler Headley
China's first overseas military base provides an interesting test case for its global ambitions.
China’s Moves in Vanuatu: What Should Australia Do?
By David Brewster
Amid rumors of a military base, Australia must understand – and deal with – China’s growing interests in the South Pacific.
The Security Implications of China's Overseas Investment Boom
By Jean-Marc F. Blanchard
The international implications of Chinese investment abroad, and security moves designed to protest those assets.
China’s Experiment in Djibouti
By François Dubé
China’s role in Africa is changing from resource extractor to long-term strategic partner. Djibouti is a prime example.
China Has 'Reached Consensus' With Djibouti on Military Base
By Shannon Tiezzi
In addition to moving forward on a new military facility, China seals a series of trade deals with Djibouti.
US General: China Has 10 Year Contract for First Overseas Military Base
By Shannon Tiezzi
A U.S. general confirms China will open a base in Djibouti. Here's why that shouldn't be taken as a threat.
Is China Moving Closer to a Military Base on the Horn of Africa?
By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus, details on China’s five-year plan, more on the Ma-Xi meeting, and a US delegation in Tibet. Friday China links.
Will China Take Over US Military Facility in Djibouti?
By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus WWII anniversary celebrations and China's intelligence ops. China links.
In New White Paper, China's Military Embraces Global Mission
By Shannon Tiezzi
China envisions a global role for its military --especially its navy -- to protect overseas interests.
China's Naval Plans for Djibouti: A Road, a Belt, or a String of Pearls?
By Rob Edens
As China looks to Djibouti, it may be apparent that Beijing's "peaceful rise" is showing its claws.
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