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South China Sea
Philippines Welcomes Japan's New Security Legislation
By Ankit Panda
Manila is pleased to see Japan's new security laws adopted.
The Chinese Cyber Threat in the South China Sea
By Anni Piiparinen
ASEAN needs to get serious about the role of cyberspace in conflicts over the South China Sea.
The Nine Ironies of the South China Sea Mess
By James Kraska
China’s policies in the region have created a dangerous mess, and an ironic one.
South China Sea: Satellite Imagery Shows China’s Buildup on Fiery Cross Reef
By Victor Robert Lee
The new capabilities may include sophisticated over-the-horizon radar.
Should the US Navy Sail Within 12 Nautical Miles of China's Fake Islands?
By Ankit Panda
Plus, North Korea and the Iran deal, Pakistan and Lashkar-e-Taiba, and more. Must reads.
Watch Out China: Vietnam's Coast Guard Will Fight Back
By Ankit Panda
A new Vietnamese regulation will allow its coast guard to use weapons to deter and repel ships.
Americans Are Worried About China, But the Reasons Why Might Surprise You
By Ankit Panda
Americans see a range of problems in U.S.-China relations--some with good reason, others less so.
Review: The Chinese People’s Liberation Army in 2025
By Francis Sempa
A new volume offers a cautious glimpse into the future of China’s military.
Why It Matters That the US May Sanction Chinese Entities Over Cyber Espionage
By Ankit Panda
Cyber's always been a touchy subject for U.S.-China ties. This time, Washington will rock the boat.
The U.S.-China Summit: Decoding a Tower of Babel
By David M. Lampton
Washington and Beijing consistently send mixed messages about how they see the world, each other, and themselves.
A Military Game of Chicken in the South China Sea?
By Piin-Fen Kok
The South China Sea problem has been militarized and internationalized: what now?
China Holds Air and Sea Exercise in East China Sea
By Ankit Panda
Plus, Russia-China hold naval drill, Pakistan's nuclear weapons, and U.S. policy in the South China Sea. Weekend links.