China's Djibouti Base Upgrade: A Strategic Move or a Slip Up? The recent upgrade to China's military base in Djibouti has sent shockwaves throughout the international community.
Commercial satellite imagery reveals that two new communication sites have been built near foreign military bases in East Africa, sparking concerns about China's growing presence in the region.
At first glance, Beijing's Djibouti facility seems like a benign venture.