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Will China’s military rival the United States’ in the Pacific? Will Japan abandon the constitutional fetters on its own military? How will India respond to the String of Pearls strategy? The Diplomat has put together a team of leading analysts to offer must-read, regular commentary on the big defense and security issues in the Asia-Pacific.
Did Russia Just Ask China to ‘Buzz Off’ on the South China Sea?
By Anton Tsvetov
The Russian MFA statement after the PCA ruling was not as soft on China as usual.
Parenting China, the Teenage Power
By David Lai and Fred Gellert
Understanding the U.S.-China relationship through a familial metaphor.
Everything to Read on the South China Sea Ruling and Its Strategic Implications
By Ankit Panda
Weekend reading to fully understand the implication of the historic South China Sea ruling.
Enforcing an Unenforceable Ruling in the South China Sea
By Brian McGarry
There is no world police to compel powerful nations to comply with international justice. But there is a private sector.
The South China Sea Ruling Against China: What's Really at Stake
By Flynt Leverett
The ruling may tempt China into a revolt against the U.S.-led international order.
India, Japan Call on China not to Use Force in South China Sea Disputes
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The Indian and Japanese defense ministers urged parties to “show utmost respect for the UNCLOS.”
36 Hours After the South China Sea Ruling, How Has China Reacted?
By Ankit Panda
How can we score China's reaction in the aftermath of a deeply humiliating international legal award?
After the South China Sea Ruling, Patience and Calmness Are Needed
By Dingding Chen
This is true especially for China and the United States, as the powers enter a new era of competition in Asia.
What the South China Sea Ruling Means
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A look at the potential implications of the verdict on the Philippines’ South China Sea case.
5 Takeaways: A Closer Look at the Historic South China Sea Arbitration Award
By Ankit Panda
Reading the historic award in Philippines v. China raises several interesting questions.
South China Sea Verdict: US Reactions
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The U.S. State Department calls for a peaceful resolution of the maritime disputes in accordance with international law.
China Keeps the Upper Hand, South China Sea Arbitration Ruling Nonwithstanding
By William G. Frasure
The judicial ruling could actually give China the advantage, if Beijing proves it can flout the law with impunity.