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South China Sea disputes
The Future of the Asia-Pacific Security Architecture, as Seen by China
By Ankit Panda
A new white paper on Asia-Pacific regional security from the Chinese foreign ministry merits a close read.
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.
China’s Aircraft Carrier Testing Weapons in South China Sea
By Franz-Stefan Gady
China’s sole aircraft carrier is holding naval drills in the South China Sea this week.
The Next South China Sea Flashpoint: Unmanned Systems
By Elsa Kania
Both China and the U.S. are increasingly using unmanned vehicles in contested waters.
Power Plays Across the First Island Chain: China's Lone Carrier Group Has a Busy December
By Ankit Panda
For the first time, China's lone carrier entered the Western Pacific. What does the Chinese Navy have in mind?
China Creates Version of US Drone Seizure to Maintain the Status Quo
By Steven Stashwick
Chinese official statements sidestep potential legal quagmire or future confrontation.
The ASEAN Crisis, Part 2: Why Can’t ASEAN Agree on the South China Sea?
By Linh Tong and Linh Tong
How internal and external factors hamstring ASEAN when it comes to the South China Sea.
The ASEAN Crisis, Part 1: Why the South China Sea Is a Critical Test
By Linh Tong and Linh Tong
The South China Sea dispute is a threat to the unity of ASEAN as a regional organization.
5 Takeaways on China's Theft of a US Drone in Philippine Waters in the South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
The seizure of a U.S. underwater glider is an exceptionally brazen and illegal move by Beijing in the South China Sea.
US Pacific Commander: China Can't Shut off South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
Admiral Harry Harris of U.S. Pacific Command outlined regional priorities for the United States.
Lee Kuan Yew’s Legacy for China-Singapore Relations
By Chen Nahui and Xue Li
LKY's efforts to balance between China and the US still shape Singaporean diplomacy, including on the South China Sea.
Donald Trump Just Gave Chinese Hawks a Great Talking Point on the South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
Donald Trump's brief remark on the South China Sea may be more significant than you think.