Yes, consider the Sputnik source, but more perspective on the Chinese move into Djibouti. I think the whole "resort" angle is Somali creative writing.
The Chinese are serious about expanding their influence on all levels (economic, military, and political) into Africa as well as anywhere else they can find an audience. China has been breaking out for years, and if you imagine that Communism is a domestic product unique to mainland China, think again.
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“The Chinese military base will serve as a starting point for the development of tourism and we believe that it will pay off,” Osman Abdi Mohamed said, the South China Morning Post newspaper reported.
Chinese investors have set their eyes on the shore of the Ras Siyyan Peninsula in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait.
Bab-el-Mandeb means “Gate of Sorrow” in Arabic. The strait received its name because of the many dangers that could be encountered while sailing across the strait.
The district, which China intends to develop, is located between the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.
According to the reports, China is building its military facility in Djibouti to deal with pirates in this region. The coast is located only 20 kilometers from the Yemeni island of Perim.
This makes the coastal waters of Djibouti one of the best places in the world to observe that kind of marine life.
Djibouti is already reaping some rewards of China’s involvement. By virtue of its level of economic development, Djibouti would have never laid a trans-boundary water pipeline from Ethiopia.
The pipeline, which is being built with Chinese participation, will provide fresh water to local residents and foreign tourists.
In April, the construction of a multifunctional port is going to be completed. Chinese companies have invested billions of dollars into this port.
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https://sputniknews.com/africa/20170...n_626010&ues=1
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