Washington: The US is planning to set up a military base in Australia to counter the growing Chinese threat.
According to the new plan, about 500 to 1,000 American officers would be permanently stationed at Robertson barracks outside Darwin, the Daily Mail reports.
The move represents a significant geo-strategic shift, as the US prepares to boost its Pacific Command.
US President Barack Obama is expected to formally reveal the plan during his visit to Darwin next week. More Read
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