They control one of the most vital trade routes on the planet. Millions of tons of cargo passes though, and it is an immensely important tactical, and strategical geopolitical area.
They also act as an anti-piracy base for fleets for various countries that take turns patrolling the Red Sea and Indian Ocean from potential pirates, terrorists, or smugglers.
Basically they allow everyone because it’s easier for them. Plus they get free investment from all the countries, for example their port facilities have increased immensely due to investment from the Chinese, US, and French navies.
I understand the importance of Djibouti, just was curious about how that plays into their own security. They play two dances to the ball but with like multiple Navies? Honestly seems like a sweet gig.
So if they have more bases from different nations, does that mean they are LESS likely to get destroyed between warring states?
They don’t really have to dance with opposing sides since everyone pays them for access, and it is mutually beneficial and agreed upon in the UN that Djibouti is a good staging area for anti-piracy operations. Plus it is roughly halfway between Europe and Asia, so it is a good refueling and repair station for world navies and shipping lines. And the way it basically works is that the shipyards, drydocks, docks, and moors are paid for by corporations and navies but neutral, open to being used my all, and owned by Djibouti itself.
It’s a pretty good deal. Plus they would be absolutely be immune to basically any regional or civil conflict. Though in any worldwide conflict like China Vs US, most case scenario there would definitely be a scramble to occupy the nation and its facilities. As whoever controls Djibouti basically controls the Red Sea, Suez canal, and Indian Oceans. Though it would most likely be sparred the worst of the conflict since its facilities are worth more intact, and best case scenario it would become a neutral port state like Portugal during WW2.
How is Djibouti able to have so many different military bases in it?
They control one of the most vital trade routes on the planet. Millions of tons of cargo passes though, and it is an immensely important tactical, and strategical geopolitical area.
They also act as an anti-piracy base for fleets for various countries that take turns patrolling the Red Sea and Indian Ocean from potential pirates, terrorists, or smugglers.
Basically they allow everyone because it’s easier for them. Plus they get free investment from all the countries, for example their port facilities have increased immensely due to investment from the Chinese, US, and French navies.
I understand the importance of Djibouti, just was curious about how that plays into their own security. They play two dances to the ball but with like multiple Navies? Honestly seems like a sweet gig.
So if they have more bases from different nations, does that mean they are LESS likely to get destroyed between warring states?
They don’t really have to dance with opposing sides since everyone pays them for access, and it is mutually beneficial and agreed upon in the UN that Djibouti is a good staging area for anti-piracy operations. Plus it is roughly halfway between Europe and Asia, so it is a good refueling and repair station for world navies and shipping lines. And the way it basically works is that the shipyards, drydocks, docks, and moors are paid for by corporations and navies but neutral, open to being used my all, and owned by Djibouti itself.
It’s a pretty good deal. Plus they would be absolutely be immune to basically any regional or civil conflict. Though in any worldwide conflict like China Vs US, most case scenario there would definitely be a scramble to occupy the nation and its facilities. As whoever controls Djibouti basically controls the Red Sea, Suez canal, and Indian Oceans. Though it would most likely be sparred the worst of the conflict since its facilities are worth more intact, and best case scenario it would become a neutral port state like Portugal during WW2.
Wow, it does seem like a pretty good deal. The more you know. :)
Access to important trade route