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Paracel Islands
China Signaling it May Finally 'Militarize' the South China Sea Officially
By Steven Stashwick
Response to U.S. warship reveals pretext for deployments to Spratly Islands bases.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
By Ankit Panda
Trump is reportedly close to making his choices on the future of U.S. FONOPs in 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.
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.
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.
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.