Author (Corporate) | BBC |
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Series Title | BBC News |
Series Details | 08.01.15 |
Publication Date | 08/01/2015 |
Content Type | News |
The US confirmed on the 8 January 2015 it would close 15 military bases across Europe in a move to save around $500m a year. The decision came as the US military sought to shift its attention towards Asia. Countries affected included Germany, Belgium, Italy,the Netherlands, Portugal and the United Kingdom. 'The plans represent the culmination of the European Infrastructure Consolidation process, a two-year effort that was designed to ensure long-term efficiency and effectiveness of the U.S. presence in Europe', officials said. |
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Source Link | Link to Main Source http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-30731926 |
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Subject Categories | Security and Defence |
Countries / Regions | Belgium, Europe, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, United Kingdom, United States |