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Spain modernises military posts off Morocco

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Spain’s Defence Ministry is funding the modernisation of military facilities at the Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera, Peñón de Alhucemas and Chafarinas Islands, off Morocco, including new generators. The work, planned over twelve months, also includes repairing structures and improving accommodation.

Spain has made new investments to modernise military infrastructure at the Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera, the Peñón de Alhucemas and the Chafarinas Islands, where the Spanish army maintains a permanent presence, according to a Spanish media outlet cited by Yabiladi.

The work includes installing new generators at the three sites, with completion set for twelve months. The projects also provide for repairing structures damaged by wind and erosion, addressing damp problems and improving military accommodation. Measures are also to strengthen the supply of drinking water.

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