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Alarming Escalation in the South China Sea: China Threatens Force if Vietnam Continues Oil Exploration in Spratlys

Alarming Escalation in the South China Sea: China Threatens Force if Vietnam Continues Oil Exploration in Spratlys

By Carl Thayer
A new pattern of Chinese bellicosity?
China, ASEAN Come to Agreement on a Framework South China Sea Code of Conduct

China, ASEAN Come to Agreement on a Framework South China Sea Code of Conduct

By Ankit Panda
The framework appears to focus on general principles, with no agreement on binding rules just yet.

China-Built World’s Largest Amphibious Aircraft Gears Up for Maiden Flight

China-Built World’s Largest Amphibious Aircraft Gears Up for Maiden Flight

By Franz-Stefan Gady
China’s enormous amphibious aircraft completed crucial ground tests over the weekend.

Maiden Flight of China-Built World’s Largest Amphibious Aircraft Set for May

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.

South China Sea: Is China Considering Construction Work at Scarborough Shoal Again?

South China Sea: Is China Considering Construction Work at Scarborough Shoal Again?

By Ankit Panda
New signs emerge that the prospect of Chinese construction at South China Sea hasn't entirely faded since 2016.
South China Sea: China Continues Construction Work on North Island in Paracel Group

South China Sea: China Continues Construction Work on North Island in Paracel Group

By Ankit Panda
Satellite imagery shows additional Chinese work on its island possessions in the Paracel group.

Expect a Heavier US Presence in the South China Sea, But What Can It Achieve?

Expect a Heavier US Presence in the South China Sea, But What Can It Achieve?

By Steven Stashwick
Administration objectives are still unclear, but maintaining the regional status quo may be the most realistic.
More FONOPs Coming Soon to the South China Sea?

More FONOPs Coming Soon to the South China Sea?

By Ankit Panda
Trump is reportedly close to making his choices on the future of U.S. FONOPs in the South China Sea.

Japanese Defense Minister: Military 'Will Not Be Sent' to the South China Sea Alongside US

Japanese Defense Minister: Military 'Will Not Be Sent' to the South China Sea Alongside US

By Ankit Panda
Inada reiterates Japan's standing policy to not involve its forces in the South China Sea beyond training missions.

A US Navy Blockade in the South China Sea Is Not Sound Strategy

A US Navy Blockade in the South China Sea Is Not Sound Strategy

By Robert Farley
Rex Tillerson's South China Sea comments just don't make strategic sense.

Rex Tillerson, Trump's Secretary of State Nominee, Has a Dangerous Idea for the South China Sea

Rex Tillerson, Trump's Secretary of State Nominee, Has a Dangerous Idea for the South China Sea

By Ankit Panda
During his confirmation hearing, Rex Tillerson proposed an audacious move against China in the South China Sea.
It's Official: Xi Jinping Breaks His Non-Militarization Pledge in the Spratlys

It's Official: Xi Jinping Breaks His Non-Militarization Pledge in the Spratlys

By Ankit Panda
In China's own words, Beijing is now building what it sees as "necessary military facilities" in the South China Sea.

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