China-Laos Military Facility Sparks Strategic Concerns for Vietnam
A new Chinese-involved military aviation facility has opened in Laos, intensifying Vietnam's concerns over China's expanding military presence in the region. Though presented as a training hub, the facility's potential for future expansion is noted.
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