In 2017, the PRC opened its first overseas military base in Djibouti, about 7 km from the us base in CaP Lumineer. I'm concerned about the potential of a second chinese base in Africa, especially on the atlantic coast. In February, the PLA navy conducted exercises with the South African and Russian navies, along with South Africa's east coast. and I introduced a resolution condemning these exercises and expressing my concern over the growing South Africa PRC relationship. Ultimately, influence in Africa begins with setting a better example at home, both on our shores and abroad. (06:46–06:53)
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Asserts that in February, the Chinese navy conducted joint exercises with South African and Russian navies off South Africa's east coast.
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