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South China Sea
The Real Significance of the US Carrier Group Fiasco
By Jeff M. Smith
A public diplomacy nightmare obscures the significance of the incident and what it says about U.S. commitment to the region.
Do US Actions in the South China Sea Violate International Law?
By Mark J. Valencia
American actions in the region could be viewed as a “threat or use of force.”
South China Sea: Did China Coast Guard Deny Philippine Fishermen Access to Union Bank?
By Ankit Panda
Philippine authorities are investigating an incident near Gaven Reef, where China has built an artificial island.
The China Benham Rise Controversy: A Wake Up Call for the Philippines?
By Mong Palatino
The recent flashpoint could be an opportunity for Manila to take some steps that are long overdue.
Will Chinese Dominance of the South China Sea Necessarily Lead to Shipping Disruption?
By Robert Farley
Why commentators may be overstating the risk to freedom of navigation in the South China Sea.
Chinese Navy Commissions Sub Killer Stealth Warship for Service in South China Sea
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The People’s Liberation Army Navy’s latest surface warship entered service on March 31.
France as a 21st Century Asia-Pacific Power: Hard Interests and Direct Engagement
By Ankit Panda
What are France's interests in the Asia-Pacific region?
Maiden Flight of China-Built World’s Largest Amphibious Aircraft Set for May
By Franz-Stefan Gady
China's new aircraft will be capable of quickly moving cargo and personnel to contested islands in the South China Sea.
How Israel Can Help Stem Over-Fishing in the South China Sea
By Avi Jorisch
South China Sea littoral states should look to Israel for innovative solutions.
Chinese Vice FM Proposes New Regional Mechanism for South China Sea States
By Ankit Panda
Liu Zhenmin, China's vice foreign minister, calls for a new regional mechanism for the South China Sea.
US Bomber Receives Chinese Warning Over East China Sea Skies
By Ankit Panda
A U.S. B-1B Lancer was warned after entering China's air defense identification zone (ADIZ) over the East China Sea.
France to Dispatch Mistral Amphibious Assault Ship for Exercise in Western Pacific
By Ankit Panda
The French vessel will join Japanese, British, and U.S. ships for a multilateral exercise later this year.