Current and former U.S. officials have revealed that China and Cuba are engaged in negotiations to establish a joint military training facility on the island.

This development has raised concerns in Washington, as it could potentially lead to the deployment of Chinese troops and other security and intelligence operations merely 100 miles off the coast of Florida.

According to U.S. intelligence reports, discussions regarding the facility, located on Cuba’s northern coast, have reached an advanced stage but have not yet been finalized, the Wall Street Journal has reported.

In an attempt to prevent the deal, the Biden administration has reached out to Cuban officials, aiming to address any potential concerns about relinquishing sovereignty.

The existence of Beijing’s efforts to establish a military training facility in Cuba has not been previously disclosed.

The White House has chosen not to provide a comment on the matter.

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