Learn languages naturally with fresh, real content!

tap to translate recording

Explore By Region

flag US military considers building bases on Australia's Cocos Islands for Pacific Deterrence Initiative against China.

flag The US military is considering building military bases on Australia's Cocos Islands, a strategic location near the Strait of Malacca and a chokepoint for Chinese oil shipments. flag The Cocos Islands are part of the Pacific Deterrence Initiative, aiming to strengthen US force posture and infrastructure against China. flag The US Navy published a tender for Indo-Pacific base infrastructure projects, including the Cocos Islands, and Australia plans to expand its airfield to accommodate heavier military aircraft.

4 Articles