China's Maritime Expansion Casts Shadow Over Vietnam's Coast
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China's Maritime Expansion Casts Shadow Over Vietnam's Coast

Asia Times reports that China's Belt and Road Initiative is paving the way for its military presence in Southeast Asia. China's activities near Vietnam's coast are raising new concerns for regional security.

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