Tag: territorial disputes
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China Preserves Sovereignty Disputes as Strategic Assets
China has consistently maintained that a decade-old tribunal ruling, which rejected the legal basis for its claims within the nine-dash line, is "null and void" - a stance that has remained unchanged despite ongoing criticism and diplomatic pressure. This unwavering position highlights the strategic value Beijing places on sovereignty disputes.
China Coast Guard Asserts Jurisdiction in Japan's Exclusive Economic Zone
China's Coast Guard is flexing its muscles in Japanese waters, asserting its jurisdiction in a bold move that's sending ripples through the region. A Chinese vessel was spotted patrolling Japan's exclusive economic zone south of Yonaguni Island, sparking a tense exchange with Japanese authorities.
US Power Anchors South China Sea Maritime Rights
A free and open South China Sea region won't become a reality through mere wishful thinking - it demands decisive action, strong deterrence, and a unified response to China's increasingly assertive moves. The Philippines has aptly described China's strategy as "talk and take," where diplomatic engagement goes hand-in-hand with the incremental expansion of its physical presence and control.