China and Laos Launch Joint Air Force Support and Training Centre
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China has established a new joint military support facility and aviation academy in Laos.
Beijing has established a new military support facility and aviation academy in Laos to enhance bilateral defence cooperation. The facility operates out of an airfield located in the Southeast Asian nation. Officials released limited information regarding the specific equipment and personnel assigned to the location.
- The newly established installation is known as the China-Laos Joint Support and Training Centre.
- A companion institution called the China-Laos Friendship Aviation Academy has also begun operations.
- The new military facilities are situated at Ban Keun Airport.
Why it matters
This development marks an expansion of Beijing's military footprint and training partnerships in mainland Southeast Asia, reflecting deepening ties with neighbouring states.
What outlets agree on
Beijing and Vientiane have officially launched a joint air force support centre and friendship aviation academy situated at Ban Keun Airport.
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- South China Morning PostChina takes strategic military step overseas with new Laos air force centre12h ago · open ↗
- The Straits TimesChina opens rare joint military support centre in Laos18h ago · open ↗
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