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China’s Unilateral Assertiveness ‘Unacceptable’ in Asia: US Navy Commander
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Scott Swift voices alarm about Beijing's South China Sea behavior.
Arguments Open in Philippine Case Against China's South China Sea Claims
By Shannon Tiezzi
After winning a victory on the issue of jurisdiction, Manila moves to arguments about the merits of its case.
Who Is Really Overstepping the Bounds of International Law in the South China Sea?
By Allen Yu
Why the recent ruling from The Hague on jurisdiction is hardly a victory for the Philippines.
China's Southeast Asia Policy Is Failing
By Zachary Abuza and Cynthia Watson
A string of troubling reversals should prompt Beijing to reevaluate its regional approach.
The Diminishing Returns of Ambiguity in the South China Sea
By Ryan Santicola
At this point, China’s own interests may be better served by clarifying its claims.
International Law Is the Real Threat to China's South China Sea Claims
By Jill Goldenziel
If an arbitral tribunal finds China in breach of UNCLOS, the international pressure on Beijing would be enormous.
Don’t Believe China’s South China Sea Case Statement
By Do Viet Cuong
Beijing’s statement on the case has little basis in international law.
South China Sea Update: Freedom of Navigation Operations and International Law
By Ankit Panda and Prashanth Parameswaran
The Diplomat's Ankit Panda and Prashanth Parameswaran discuss recent developments in the South China Sea.
Philippines v. China: Court Rules Favorably on Jurisdiction, Case Will Proceed
By Ankit Panda
China's nine-dash line will have its day in international court.
Did China Just Hack the International Court Adjudicating Its South China Sea Territorial Claims?
By Jason Healey and Anni Piiparinen
Sometimes context and timing can be damning evidence.
One Step Closer to US Freedom of Navigation Patrols in the South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
Washington's moving closer and closer to staging freedom of navigation patrols near China's artificial islands.
Philippines Slams China Over ‘Deceitful Rhetoric’ on South China Sea
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Philippine officials renew their attack on China's alleged aggression in disputed waters.