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UNCLOS
Why China Isn't Interested in a South China Sea Code of Conduct
By Shannon Tiezzi
A South China Sea code of conduct would threaten Beijing's interests - so don't expect much progress in negotiations.
Right Vs Might: The Philippines' Strategy for Confronting China
By Shannon Tiezzi
The Philippines hopes to use international law to gain an advantage in its maritime disputes with China.
Hainan's New Fishing Rules: A Preliminary Analysis
By Taylor Fravel
New fishing rules reflect a continued desire to affirm China's maritime sovereignty in a manner inconsistent with UNCLOS.
Did Canada Just Claim the North Pole?
By Ankit Panda
Canada submitted a science-based claim to a large swathe of the Arctic seabed, including the North Pole.
Time for US and China to Establish Maritime Rules of the Road
By Margaret K. Lewis
So far, there’s been no repeat of the 2001 collision. But with tensions rising, some understanding is needed.
Improving Democratic Governance in Asia
For international forums like APEC to be effective in resolving disputes, the region will need better governance.
No, China’s Coast Guard Won’t Reduce Tensions
Don’t be fooled: unifying China’s maritime agencies will create new issues, not solve existing ones.
China’s Doublethink on the Law of the Sea
China is comfortable with the idea that the law of the sea is sacrosanct, and that Beijing can carve out a zone of exception for itself.
Norway's Arctic Power Play, Asia Dream
Could climate change and a receding polar ice cap open new opportunities for Norway in Asia?
Hainan’s New Maritime Regulations: An Update
“China is unlikely to significantly increase efforts to interfere with freedom of navigation…”
"Command of the Sea by Non-Traditional Means."
It takes unconventional methods to command the sea against an unconventional enemy.
Drawing Lines in the Water
While tensions rise between Japan and China in the East China Sea, an important development may have been overlooked.