Tensiune mondială din cauza unei insule artificiale. Criticii susțin că va fi folosită în scop militar
China has completed the first phase of constructing an artificial island in the South China Sea, raising concerns about its military potential. Critics argue that the island, part of the Paracel archipelago, could serve as a base for military operations, particularly in a conflict scenario involving Taiwan. The construction includes facilities that may support military aircraft and vessels. Despite claims of civilian use for weather forecasting and scientific research, analysts suggest the island could enhance China's military capabilities in the region.