While several world powers critique its aggression, Beijing is engaged in establishing overseas military reach and capability through the construction of military bases and ports. As mentioned in previous paragraphs, China has been engaging in coercive diplomacy to acquire permissions to build military bases and ports in the regions surrounding the South China Sea. An estimated 60% of China’s oil imports find their origin in this region – another reason justifying the purpose of the establishment of an overseas military base. Live-fire show of force by troops from China’s first overseas military base. Sri Lanka rejects US claims, says no Chinese military base at port.

Source: The North Africa Journal August 31, 2020 05:03 UTC