China Expands Military Presence in South China Sea with New Base Construction
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Satellite imagery reveals China's ongoing military buildup in the disputed South China Sea. The latest development includes new installations on Yongxing Island near Antelope Reef, which analysts believe could be part of an early warning radar system supporting potential military facilities on Antelope Reef. This follows reports of China completing the first phase of construction on Antelope Reef, further militarizing the region.
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