Beitrag vom 11.07.2023

The Africa Report

BLOWN OUT OF PROPORTION?

China’s warships off Nigeria show growing military footprint in Africa

By Ben Ezeamalu

Three Chinese warships led by a destroyer arrived in the waters off Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial capital, on 2 June, in a friendly visit that draws attention to China’s expanding military presence on the continent.
The fleet comprised MSL Destroyer Nanning, MSL Frigate Sanya and supply ship Weishanhu. Only the destroyer berthed for a port call through 6 July, according to the Nigerian Navy, who said the visit would strengthen relations between Nigeria and China.

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