China establishes new air base in Laos, expanding regional military footprint

China has established a new air base in Laos, following a pattern of expanding external military presence. The move signals deepening military access in Southeast Asia, though details on scale and purpose remain unclear. This could shift regional power dynamics and prompt responses from neighboring states and the US.

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