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South China Sea
Implications of the US-China Split at the ARF
By Thuc D. Pham
Divergent views on how to handle SCS disputes could still inspire a Code of Conduct.
US and Vietnam Should Tread Carefully on Relations
By Brian Benedictus
While a strategic relationship makes sense on paper, both sides should temper their expectations.
China’s War on Maritime Law
By James R. Holmes
China is using language to quietly redefine international maritime law.
Learning From China’s Oil Rig Standoff With Vietnam
By Paul J. Leaf
Understanding the motives behind Beijing’s provocation will help the US and its partners deal with future incidents.
Singapore and the Sea of Discontent
By Suhith Sitharthan
How Singapore can play a central role in mediating Southeast Asian territorial disputes.
Exposing China’s Provocations
By James R. Holmes
U.S. and allied forces should film Chinese assertiveness and let the whole world see it firsthand.
Responding to China’s Air Intercept
By Ryan Santicola
The US response to the recent intercept is important in the context of the safety and freedom of international airspace.
India and Vietnam Seek Stronger Ties
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
India considers a Vietnamese offer to explore offshore drilling options despite Chinese protests.
Philippines Military to Offer Cruise Service in South China Sea
By Zachary Keck
The Philippines military wants to create a cruise service to take tourists around disputed parts of the South China Sea.
Is ASEAN the Right Forum for South China Sea Disputes?
By Ankit Panda and Zachary Keck
U.S. editors Ankit Panda and Zachary Keck discuss the outcomes of the 2014 ASEAN Regional Forum.
Don’t Blame US Pivot for South China Sea Row
By Zachary Keck
China — not the U.S. pivot — is causing tensions in the South China Sea.
Joko Looks to Japan to Boost Indonesia’s Regional Influence
By Clint Richards
Indonesia needs an investment and security partner to assert itself in Southeast Asia.