China expands emerging reefs into 2,000 acre outpost.

Source article on CNN.com

1. China has reclaimed several emerging reefs in South China Sea.
2. Reefs are 600 miles off China’s coast in hotly-disputed waters.
3. Philippines, Taiwan, & others also claim parts of these waters.
4. 60% of all the planet’s trade traffics through the area.
5. China has been working furiously to expand the exposed reefs.
6. After 2 years, the 5-acre reefs are now 2,000 acres of islands.
7. The islands holds an airstrip, barracks, radar, & artillery pieces.
8. Not only is this a strategic military move, but economic as well.
9. The area is fertile fishing ground and rich in oil & natural gas.
10. No time frame has been given for the islands’ completion.

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