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Vietnam Spratly Island Construction Continuing at Rapid Pace, Report Says
By Sebastian Strangio
According to a U.S. think tank, the country is building runways and other “potential military structures” in the South China Sea.
Innovating Vietnam’s Public Diplomacy in the South China Sea
By Nguyen Thanh Long
Should Vietnam adopt the Philippines’ “assertive transparency” approach to future incidents in the South China Sea?
Vietnam Protests ‘Brutal’ Chinese Attack on Fishermen in Paracel Islands
By Sebastian Strangio
Beijing claims that the Vietnamese fishing boat was operating illegally in Chinese waters, and that its actions caused "no injuries."
Does Vietnam-Philippines Maritime Cooperation Offer a Template for the Region?
By Benjamin Blandin
While differences remain, the two nations are experiencing an increasing strategic convergence on the South China Sea.
Why Vietnam Cannot Copy the Philippines’ China Policy
By Khang Vu
The country's awkward geographic position with China militates against it adopting a strong pro-U.S. orientation.
Vietnam, Philippines Sign Agreements on Maritime Security Cooperation
By Sebastian Strangio
The agreements come at a time of intensifying tension in waters claimed by China and the Philippines.
Vietnam Joins ASEAN Neighbors in Denouncing Chinese Map
By Sebastian Strangio
Beijing's “new standard” map depicts the country's maximalist claim over nearly the entire South China Sea.
Vietnam Criticizes China, Philippines For South China Sea Activities
By Sebastian Strangio
A Foreign Ministry spokesperson accused the two nations of "violating the sovereign rights and jurisdictions of Vietnam" in separate recent incidents.
Vietnam Needs to Bolster Its ‘Soft Balancing’ Against China
By Pham Ngoc Minh Trang
Vietnam’s statements on the South China Sea at international forums reveal a subtle, defensive strategy – one that hasn’t been enough thus far.
The South China Sea in 2020: What to Watch
By Prashanth Parameswaran
An interview with Greg Poling, director of the Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative at CSIS.
Vietnam Needs to ‘Struggle’ More in the South China Sea
By Derek Grossman
Assessing Hanoi’s strategy after the Vanguard Bank standoff with China.
What Would a Vietnam South China Sea Legal Challenge Mean?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the potential implications of a significant move if it is taken.
Vietnam Seeks Australia’s Support on the South China Sea
By Du Nhat Dang
Scott Morrison's visit will mesh with Vietnam's strategy of seeking assurances over its maritime disputes with China.
Ahead of Drills in South China Sea, Chinese Foreign Minister Visits Vietnam
By Charlotte Gao
China and Vietnam agree to “cautiously handle maritime issues.”
US Striking Just the Right Balance With Vietnam in South China Sea
By Derek Grossman
The Trump administration is continuing positive momentum in U.S.-Vietnam relations.
Parsing Trump’s Recent Policy Statements on the South China Sea
By Mark J. Valencia
The U.S.-Vietnam joint statement on the South China Sea contains glaring contradictions.
Vietnam Kidnaps Corruption Suspect in Berlin
By Anton Tsvetov
Domestic politics flared up into an international dispute between Vietnam and Germany.
The ASEAN Summits and the South China Sea
By Mark J. Valencia
The U.S.-China tussle over the South China Sea issue will be on display in Manila this week.
China's Window of Opportunity in the South China Sea
By Xue Li and Cheng Zhangxi
Domestic and international stars have aligned to give China a chance to put forward a solution.
Is Vietnam Reigniting a Fire in the South China Sea?
By Nguyen Quoc-Thanh
Hanoi is starting to feel more and more isolated as its regional neighbors reconcile with China.
China and the US Court Vietnam
By Cal Wong
"Both the U.S. and Vietnam expect greater levels of military cooperation, to the chagrin of China."
The South China Sea: Vietnam's Limited Diplomatic Options
By Du Nhat Dang
Russia, the United States, Japan -- who can help Vietnam square off against China?
Vietnam’s Master Plan for the South China Sea
By Koh Swee Lean Collin
The country’s plan for intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance is taking shape.
Vietnam, Philippines Near New Strategic Partnership
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Manila and Hanoi held a meeting ahead of a much-anticipated signing next month.
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