With its multiple layers of defense, thick walls and corner towers the base in Djibouti resembles a medieval fortress or a fort along the Great Wall of China. H I Sutton
Forbes: The Chinese Navy’s Unusually Heavily Defended Fortress Near The Indian Ocean
The Chinese Navy is building a string of overseas bases. So far the largest and furthest afield is in Djibouti on the Horn of Africa. This strategically-located base appears ready to receive large warships, maybe even aircraft carriers. One aspect of the base is particularly interesting: It is a modern-day fortress built from scratch. If the Communist country was hoping to give off non-imperialist vibes as it expands its presence overseas, then it may have chosen the wrong architects.
And it is not just castle aesthetics, the base really is designed to be highly defendable on a scale rarely seen, even in war zones. Construction of the walls started in early 2016, and was substantially complete by spring 2017. The base has been built up since.
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WNU Editor: This is not a naval base. This is a fortress.
