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What China's new military foothold in Laos means for Southeast Asia

Analysts see a broader signal: China's growing military presence in mainland Southeast Asia.

According to DW, analysts see a broader signal: China's growing military presence in mainland Southeast Asia.

Beijing says its new Laos facility will train pilots.

This world story centres on China. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Southeast Asia, Beijing and Laos.

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China · Asia
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DW
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Southeast Asia, Beijing, Laos
Section
World

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