China's Military Access Network in Laos: A New Step in Southeast Asian Strategy?
A newly opened China-Laos Joint Support and Training Center and Friendship Aviation Academy in northern Laos are seen as indicators of China's expanding military influence in Southeast Asia. This is analyzed as part of a more incremental approach to building military access networks, rather than establishing permanent bases.
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