China Spooks Neighbors in South China Sea With Lighthouses
- China says lighthouses will help regional navigation
- Other countries say facilities may serve sovereignty claims
The Subi Reef in the South China Sea.
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Lighthouses have for centuries guided the world’s seafarers, preventing ships from striking rocks and reefs and helping fishermen find their way home. In the disputed South China Sea, they may be taking on a darker role.
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