China has created an artificial island on Antelope Reef, 400 km from Vietnam, and built more than 50 facilities there, including an airstrip. This strengthens Beijing's position in the South China Sea amid global attention to Iran.
China's new island: construction details
According to Forbes, China has effectively turned Antelope Reef into an artificial island. The island is located about 400 km off the coast of Vietnam. More than 50 facilities have already been built there, including an airstrip.
The construction is taking place amid rising tensions in the region. China is actively strengthening its presence in the South China Sea, which is causing concern among neighbouring countries.
Military infrastructure and strategic purpose
China has deployed infrastructure on the new island that can be used to prepare for a possible conflict for Taiwan. An airstrip and other facilities can provide logistics and rapid deployment of forces.
Experts note that such actions significantly strengthen Beijing's position in the region. At the same time, while the world's attention is focused on Iran, China continues to implement its strategic plans.
Regional reaction and international attention
At the moment, there is no official reaction from neighbouring countries or the international community to the new island. Vietnam, which is located closest to the reef, has not yet commented on the situation.
The South China Sea has long been subject to territorial tensions. It is not the first time that China has created artificial islands to strengthen its position, which has repeatedly become a topic of international debate.
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