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Coverage dated October 5, 2026 to October 7, 2026

Satellite images show attack jets at Chinese military facility in Laos

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New ‘support and training centre’ prompts concern in region but China says it is ‘not directed at any third party’ Satellite images show attack jets stationed at a new overseas Chinese military facility in Laos, which opened last week and gives Beijing’s air force its first foothold in mainland sout…

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  1. Deutsche Welle

    What China's new military foothold in Laos means for Southeast Asia (opens Deutsche Welle)

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    Deutsche Welle's feed description

    Beijing says its new Laos facility will train pilots. Analysts see a broader signal: China's growing military presence in mainland Southeast Asia.

  2. Honolulu Star-Advertiser

    Satellite images show attack jets, vehicles at new China-Laos base (opens Honolulu Star-Advertiser)

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    Honolulu Star-Advertiser's feed description

    HONG KONG/BANGKOK >> Light attack aircraft and military vehicles have arrived at the new China-Laos joint training facility announced on Sept. 29, according to satellite images reviewed by Reuters.

  3. Foreign Policy

    What Does China’s New Military Base in Laos Mean? (opens Foreign Policy)

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    Foreign Policy's feed description

    Beijing’s third overseas base is also its second in Southeast Asia.

  4. The Guardian

    Satellite images show attack jets at Chinese military facility in Laos (opens The Guardian)

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    The Guardian's feed description

    New ‘support and training centre’ prompts concern in region but China says it is ‘not directed at any third party’ Satellite images show attack jets stationed at a new overseas Chinese military facility in Laos, which opened last week and gives Beijing’s air force its first foothold in mainland sout…

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