Beijing clearly understands its maritime rights, but does not necessarily tolerate and accept the same rights for others.

The world’s largest coast guard cutter conducted its first patrol in the contested waters this month.

China is building a maritime cordon sanitaire.

It's important for India not to go out of its way to involve itself in China's maritime disputes.

Images of a new vessel suggest that the China Coast Guard is inducting a new PLA warship into its ranks.

A Chinese official mentions plans for the MSR in 2016 -- but nothing truly new.

According to Chinese state media, the ship will be the largest coast guard vessel in the world.

China needs to rethink its approach to its maritime disputes.

Beijing is converting old frigates into coastguard patrol vessels.

A stronger Code for Unplanned Encounters at Sea is vital for avoiding the threat posed by interstate incidents at sea.

In response to a letter by four US Senators to the Departments of Defense and State, Beijing tries to ridicule the US.

A new study questions the conventional wisdom of a coordinated national strategy.

China is playing nice for now, but there are cracks in its friendly smile.

Beijing needs to improve its image on the South China Sea. A new white paper is a positive first step.

Plans for China’s still nascent coast guard suggest troubled times ahead in disputed waters.

Strategic issues are not the only driver behind the recent incidents involving Chinese fishermen.