International security

US House Intel Panel to Probe China Military Footprint in Africa

China’s growing military and economic clout in Africa is the cause of serious concern in Washington.

Members of the House Intelligence Committee are going to investigate “many aspects” of China’s growing worldwide military and economic presence.

“We believe they are looking at investing in ports and infrastructure around the world, not just for military capabilities but also to control those governments,” the committee’s chairman, Devin Nunes, told Fox News.

He also mentioned the military base that China recently opened in Djibouti. 

In February 2016, Beijing said it was launching the construction of the Djibouti facility, which it calls a logistical center. The base was opened on August 1, 2017.