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East China Sea
US Admiral: US Army Needs to Create Ship-Killing Units for South China Sea
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The head of U.S. Pacific Command wants the U.S. Army to play a more active role in the Western Pacific.
East China Sea: Japan Protests As Chinese Coast Guard Vessels Enter Disputed Waters
By Ankit Panda
Japan says the incursion is the 31st in the East China Sea this year.
South Korea Cracks Down on Illegal Chinese Fishing, With Violent Results
By Lyle J Morris
Tensions between China and South Korea intensify over illegal fishing, with the Korea Coast Guard raising the stakes.
Next US President's Asia-Pacific Inbox: 8 Issues to Watch in Obama's Final 100 Days
By Ankit Panda
As Obama enters his last hundred days in office, Asia remains in flux.
When Chinese Fishermen Become 'Pirates' in the Yellow Sea
By Alexander Mitchell Hynd
South Korea’s strong response to the recent sinking of one of its coast guard vessels is unlikely to lead to further escalation.
South Korea Sees Frictions With China's Maritime Militia: What's Next?
By David Volodzko
China is walking a tightrope, balancing foreign relations in one hand and the nationalism of its people in the other.
China Defense Ministry: 'Military Will Not Sit Idle' if Japan Expands Involvement in South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
The Chinese Ministry of National Defense warns Japan against getting too involved in the South China Sea.
East China Sea: Japan Reacts as Chinese Air Force Conducts Miyako Strait Drill
By Ankit Panda
Several types of Chinese military aircraft transited the strategically important strait.
How China and Japan See Each Other in 2016
By Ankit Panda
A recently released survey of perceptions between Japanese and Chinese citizens finds continued mistrust and skepticism.
China's Air Force Revisits the Bashi Channel. Here's Why That Matters
By Ankit Panda
The Bashi Channel is seldom discussed, but bears great strategic relevance for the People's Liberation Army.
Chinese, Russian Navies to Hold 8 Days of Naval Exercises in the South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
Beijing and Moscow will hold the first-ever South China Sea iteration of their Joint Sea exercises.
4 China Coast Guard Vessels Enter Disputed East China Sea Waters
By Ankit Panda
The incident is the first in the East China Sea since Abe and Xi met at the 2016 G20 meeting in Hangzhou, China.