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China Builds First Military Base in Laos, Changing Power in Asia
LAOS, 6 October
By John_Doe
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Satellite photograph showing Chinese military aircraft and armored vehicles stationed at a newly constructed base in Laos.
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Reuters
Satellite images show Chinese planes and military gear at a new base in Laos, a major step for China's reach near U.S. allies.
China has set up a new military base in Laos. This is the first time China has opened a base for its military in another country. Satellite photos show that the base is already being used. There are attack aircraft and military vehicles parked there. Experts say this is a big deal for Southeast Asia. Laos is a landlocked country, meaning it has no coast. By having a base there, China is extending its reach closer to countries that are allies of the United States. This move was a surprise to many. Some reports suggest the U.S. did not see this coming. The base appears to be part of a bigger…
