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Paracel Islands
July 04, 2017
China Reacts Angrily to Latest US South China Sea Freedom of Navigation Operation
By Ankit Panda
China says the latest U.S. freedom of navigation operation "infringed upon" its sovereignty.
July 03, 2017
US Navy Destroyer Conducts Freedom of Navigation Operation Near China-Held Island
By Ankit Panda
Just 39 days after a first operation, the Trump administration authorizes a second FONOP in the South China Sea.
May 19, 2017
China, ASEAN Come to Agreement on a Framework South China Sea Code of Conduct
By Ankit Panda
The framework appears to focus on general principles, with no agreement on binding rules just yet.
March 18, 2017
South China Sea: Is China Considering Construction Work at Scarborough Shoal Again?
By Ankit Panda
New signs emerge that the prospect of Chinese construction at South China Sea hasn't entirely faded since 2016.
March 16, 2017
South China Sea: China Continues Construction Work on North Island in Paracel Group
By Ankit Panda
Satellite imagery shows additional Chinese work on its island possessions in the Paracel group.
February 15, 2017
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.
February 14, 2017
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.
January 12, 2017
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.
December 08, 2016
US Sanctions Against China Over the East and South China Seas: A Serious Proposal?
By Ankit Panda
U.S. Senator Marco Rubio introduced a bill that would force U.S. sanctions against China over its maritime behavior.
November 04, 2016
Latest US FONOP in the South China Sea: Tilting at Windmills?
By Mark J. Valencia
The most recent Freedom of Navigation Operation seems unnecessarily provocative.
October 22, 2016
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.
October 04, 2016
South China Sea: China Activates First Desalination Plant on Woody Island
By Ankit Panda
The activation of China's first desalination plant on Woody Island improves the island's livability.