China maritime disputes

China’s foreign policy assertiveness and the posturing of “wolf warrior diplomacy” have generated serious concerns about Beijing's intentions – especially at sea.

Recent comments from Chinese officials highlight how Beijing purposefully conflates existing legal terminology with its own extralegal claims.

Small island nations have a strong reason to prevent the de facto acceptance of Beijing's interpretations of international law.

The international community must respond to China’s maritime coercion.

From maritime security to human rights concerns, China featured heavily in a meeting between the Japanese and British foreign and defense ministers.

The new law represents an integral step toward clarifying and standardizing the operations of the China Coast Guard, but that hasn't stopped regional unease.

Suggestions for lasting peace in the South China Sea and beyond need to incorporate small and medium states as well.

Beijing is putting up a brash front to hide its growing insecurity.

An organizational reshuffle and new leadership both point to a more muscular, more assertive CCG.

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.