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China Defends Construction of First Overseas Naval Base

China Defends Construction of First Overseas Naval Base

China has defended its construction of its first overseas naval base in Djibouti saying that the base will be used mostly for resupplying purposes, humanitarian aid, anti-piracy, and peacekeeping operations.

Japan Boosts Defense Budget, Cites Tensions In East China Sea

Japan Boosts Defense Budget, Cites Tensions In East China Sea

Japan has set aside US$48 billion for its yearly defense budget as it seeks to gain security against perceived threats ensuing from territorial disputes in the East China Sea, according to Tokyo's yearly white paper.

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