The Geopolitics of China''s Military Base in Tajikistan
Despite substantial evidence, both the Chinese and Tajik governments have publicly downplayed the base''s existence, maintaining
Despite substantial evidence, both the Chinese and Tajik governments have publicly downplayed the base's existence, maintaining a narrative that China is neither developing military infrastructure in Tajikistan nor permanently stationing PLA units in the country.
India established its first overseas military base, the Farkhor Air Base, in Tajikistan, primarily to enhance strategic depth and counter terrorism in Central Asia. Its initial purpose (starting in the late 1990s) was to provide logistical and medical support to the anti-Taliban Afghan Northern Alliance, including the repair of their helicopters.
In 1996–97, the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) started negotiations with Tajikistan to use the Farkhor Air Base to transport high-altitude military supplies to the Afghan Northern Alliance, service their helicopters and gather intelligence. At that time, India operated a small military hospital in the Farkhor region.
Some of the major bases include the Farkhor Air Base in Tajikistan, which supports air operations near Afghanistan, and the Indian Military Training Team (IMTRAT) in Bhutan, which trains Bhutanese forces. India also has listening posts in Madagascar and Oman and is developing a strategic airstrip on Agaléga Island in Mauritius.
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