China's Alleged Plans for Spy Base in Cuba Raise Concerns for US.

The Biden administration is facing criticism for downplaying China's provocative actions, including a possible plan to build an electronic listening post in Cuba, in order to preserve a high-stakes visit to China by top US diplomat Antony Blinken. The White House is reportedly working hard to ensure the visit goes ahead as planned, but critics accuse the administration of being too eager to maintain the prospect of high-level meetings with Chinese counterparts. Lawmakers from both parties have expressed alarm over China's possible post in Cuba and called on the Biden administration to take action to prevent it.