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South China Sea
China-Vietnam Defense Hotline Agreed: What Next?
By Carl Thayer
Beijing and Hanoi are looking to reset bilateral relations following a turbulent year.
The South China Sea and Joint Defense Procurement
By Koh Swee Lean Collin
Can ASEAN members join forces on defense procurement? It’s more complex than it seems.
China Naval Chief Conducts ‘Unprecedented’ Survey of Disputed Reefs
By Zachary Keck
PLA Navy commander Wu Shengli conducted a survey of Beijing's reclamation projects in the disputed South China Sea.
Southeast Asia's Emerging Amphibious Forces
By Koh Swee Lean Collin
ASEAN navies are rapidly acquiring amphibious capabilities. Their intentions, however, remain unclear.
Why the Upcoming China-Vietnam Defense Ministers Meeting is Immensely Important
By Carl Thayer
Chinese and Vietnamese officials will meet this weekend with maritime security on the agenda.
How Capitalism Conquered North Korea
By Zachary Keck
Plus, American maritime strategy, offset strategies, and extended deterrence. Some general interest links.
US General: Our Aerial Encounters with China Largely Safe
By Shannon Tiezzi
The top US Air Force commander in the Pacific said the U.S., China, and Japan largely avoid dangerous midair incidents.
China's Not Happy About the US-India Statement on the South China Sea
By Ankit Panda
According to a Chinese statement, the U.S. and India should play no role in resolving South China Sea disputes.
Analyst: China’s Encirclement Could Spark War
By Anthony Fensom
Griffith University's Christian Wirth on the ongoing dangers associated with East Asia's maritime disputes.
China Builds Military Airstrip in Disputed South China Sea
By Zachary Keck
The new military airstrip is part of China's ongoing effort to strengthen its ability to patrol the South China Sea.
Joining Forces in South China Sea Defense Procurement
By Nah Liang Tuang
Vietnam and the Philippines could better defend their territory through economies of scale.
The Political Significance of American Lethal Weapons to Vietnam
By Truong-Minh Vu and Ngo Di Lan
The partial embargo removal sends a clear signal to South China Sea rivals.