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US Carrier Strike Group Arrives in the South China Sea

US Carrier Strike Group Arrives in the South China Sea

By Ankit Panda
The U.S. Navy now has two supercarriers deployed to the Asia-Pacific region.
Expect a Heavier US Presence in the South China Sea, But What Can It Achieve?

Expect a Heavier US Presence in the South China Sea, But What Can It Achieve?

By Steven Stashwick
Administration objectives are still unclear, but maintaining the regional status quo may be the most realistic.

More FONOPs Coming Soon to the South China Sea?

More FONOPs Coming Soon to the South China Sea?

By Ankit Panda
Trump is reportedly close to making his choices on the future of U.S. FONOPs in the South China Sea.

How the South China Sea Could Heat Up Again in 2017

How the South China Sea Could Heat Up Again in 2017

By Ankit Panda
The South China Sea could heat up as the year goes on.

Mattis Calms Nerves on US South China Sea Policy, But For How Long?

Mattis Calms Nerves on US South China Sea Policy, But For How Long?

By Ankit Panda
Jim Mattis shows that not much has changed in U.S. South China Sea policy, but will that last?
Rex Tillerson, Trump's Secretary of State Nominee, Has a Dangerous Idea for the South China Sea

Rex Tillerson, Trump's Secretary of State Nominee, Has a Dangerous Idea for the South China Sea

By Ankit Panda
During his confirmation hearing, Rex Tillerson proposed an audacious move against China in the South China Sea.

Imagining the US Navy's First South China Sea FONOP in the Trump Era

Imagining the US Navy's First South China Sea FONOP in the Trump Era

By Ankit Panda
Where the incoming administration chooses to stage the next FONOP will say a lot about tactical choices.
South China Sea: US Navy Destroyer Asserts Freedom of Navigation in Paracel Islands

South China Sea: US Navy Destroyer Asserts Freedom of Navigation in Paracel Islands

By Ankit Panda
The FONOP is the first to take place since a July ruling on China's claims in the South China Sea.

Japan Set to Intensify South China Sea Involvement

Japan Set to Intensify South China Sea Involvement

By Ankit Panda
Despite Chinese warnings, Japan isn't about to leave the South China Sea.

China's 'Red Line' Warning to Japan on South China Sea FONOPs Is Here to Stay

China's 'Red Line' Warning to Japan on South China Sea FONOPs Is Here to Stay

By Ankit Panda
Beijing does not dispute reports that its envoy to Tokyo drew a "red line" for Japan in the South China Sea.

South China Sea: The Real Questions About US ‘Freedom of Navigation’ Operations

South China Sea: The Real Questions About US ‘Freedom of Navigation’ Operations

By Graham Webster
What does the U.S. government wish to accomplish with its South China Sea policy?
Will China Begin Scarborough Shoal Reclamation After Hague Verdict on South China Sea?

Will China Begin Scarborough Shoal Reclamation After Hague Verdict on South China Sea?

By Ankit Panda
Scarborough Shoal was seized by China in 2012. Reclamation there would be unusually provocative.

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