Japan to expand African military base to counter Chinese influence – report

‘Japan is seeking to expand its military base in Djibouti, east Africa, in response to Chinese influence in the region.
Speaking to Reuters, government sources have confirmed that they are asking permission from the local authorities to expand the territory of a base used by the Japanese Self-Defense Forces (SDF).
“In addition to the land Japan has borrowed, it is considering leasing the neighboring land to its east,” an official told Reuters. “Japan is now in negotiations with Djibouti government.”’
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