Imagini din satelit. O pistă de aterizare a apărut pe insula artificială care ar putea deveni o bază militară importantă a Chinei

China is making significant progress on a landing strip at Antelope Reef in the Paracel Islands, potentially enhancing its military presence in the South China Sea. Analysts suggest the strip could be completed by mid-2027, allowing for expanded military operations. Satellite images show construction activities, including leveling and soil compaction. The new base could serve as a crucial military hub, despite China's claims of civilian use. The ongoing developments come amid rising tensions in the region, particularly concerning Taiwan, and follow China's recent establishment of a military support facility in Laos.