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South China Sea disputes
Can China and Vietnam Overcome Their Territorial Disputes?
By Shannon Tiezzi
Yang Jiechi's visit to Vietnam was full of optimism, but the China-Vietnam relationship remains fragile.
A Closer Look at China’s Military Modernization
By Shannon Tiezzi
Dr. Phillip Saunders joins The Diplomat to take a closer look about China’s military modernization.
Clash Over Forced Eviction Leaves 8 Dead in Yunnan, China
By Shannon Tiezzi
Plus, Taiwan's moves in the South China Sea and an update on the Hong Kong protests. This week's China links.
China Warns Citizens to Stay Away From Philippines
By Shannon Tiezzi
Beijing sees recent attacks on Chinese citizens as part of a rising tide of anti-China sentiment in the Philippines.
China Pushes 'Maritime Silk Road' in South, Southeast Asia
By Shannon Tiezzi
The MSR is embraced by Sri Lanka and the Maldives, but may hit a snag over South China Sea tensions.
China Discovers Gas Field in the South China Sea
By Shannon Tiezzi
The discovery will provide further impetus for China's deepwater drilling operations in the South China Sea.
Philippines Wages 'Mapfare' Against China
By Ankit Panda
With a new map exhibit, the Philippines tries to repudiate China's historical claims to South China Sea territories.
Cambodia’s Foreign Policy Grand Strategy
By Heng Sarith
Cambodia needs to step up its foreign policy, if it is to play a more active role in the region.
Why Is China Building Islands in the South China Sea?
By Shannon Tiezzi
A BBC report confirms China's extensive land reclamation projects in the South China Sea. What does Beijing gain?
China Revamps South China Sea Cruise Line
By Shannon Tiezzi
Over a year old, China's cruise service to the Paracels is going strong.
Singapore and the Sea of Discontent
By Suhith Sitharthan
How Singapore can play a central role in mediating Southeast Asian territorial disputes.
Xi Jinping Meets Vietnamese Leader
By Shannon Tiezzi
Vietnam and China have smoothed over tensions, but a long-term solution remains elusive.