08/12/2015
-(Nytimes 11/12) China’s Dangerous Ambiguity in the South China Sea: Since China’s maritime claims are not clarified, it is impossible for others to determine where and when China is willing to use force, thus increasing the chance of conflict. -(CNNPhilippines 11/12) EDCA helpful to PH in S. China Sea row: Aside from increased rotational presence of U.S. forces, EDCA also help to upgrade existing Philippine military facilities, like airport runways and harbors.
-(Foxnews 10/12) Navy's powerful Poseidon spy plane deploys amid South China sea row: The Poseidon Singapore deployment runs from Dec.7 through Dec.14. The U.S. military also plans to base another military reconnaissance plane at Singapore's Paya Lebar air base.
-(Stratfor 10/12) Why China Would Compromise in the Yellow Sea: Resolving the Ieodo-Suyan dispute may also reduce South Korea's potential for involvement in the South China Sea, slightly eroding U.S. power in the region by creating friction within the U.S.-Japan-Korea security alliance.
-(The Diplomat 09/12) China Decries US P-8 Deployment in Singapore as 'Regional Militarization': In announcing its displeasure with the deal, China is careful to lay the blame on Washington, not Singapore.
-(National Interest 09/12) Could this Court Case Strip China of Its South China Sea Claims? If the tribunal does hand down an unfavorable judgment for China, what happens next?
-(The Hindu 09/12) Tensions along South China Sea hastened Su-35 deal: Russia’s decision to export is highly capable Su-35 planes is expected to bolter China’s military presence in the South China Sea.
-(The Sundaily 08/12) Malaysia working with Asian counterparts on claims over SCS, to ensure there is no conflict or power struggle over the South China Sea.
-(The Guardian 07/12) US to deploy Poseidon spy plane amid South China Sea territory tensions: US and Singapore defense staff put out joint statement that further deployments could be expected in response to China’s pursuit of territorial claims
-(National Interest 07/12) China’s Puzzling Defense Agreement With Australia: It shoud be caustious with China’s recent claim that the high-ranking military official visit to Canberra yielded ‘major outcomes’.
-(RT 07/12) Singapore greenlights US spy plane deployment amid South China Sea tensions: The move comes at a time of heightened tensions in the South China Sea over China's assertive pursuit of territorial claims there.
-(ibtimes 07/12) South China Sea Controversy Update: Chinese Military Looks To Quadruple Airstrips On Disputed Spratly Islands: The US and its allies have rallied together and vowed that they will not allow that unilateral changing of the status quo by force.
-(Japantimes 07/12) Beijing’s new South China Sea airstrips a potential headache for neighbors, U.S.: As the bases could have a “significant impact on the local balance of power” by helping bolster the forward presence of Chinese coast guard and navy forces,
-(Daily Times07/12) Fight to control the South China Sea: Even though the US has not fully countered China’s dominance over these international waters, it is assisting those who are Washington’s allies
-(Byjus 07/12) India Backs Philippines On South China Sea Row: India’s position implies diplomatic support for the Philippines’ decision to approach Permanent Court of Arbitration against Beijing’s maritime claims.
-(Bworldonline 07/12) ASEAN issues await the next Philippine president: Will the next president of the Philippines provide the strong leadership that is wanting in the ASEAN, the kind of leadership that can steer the ASEAN towards a united approach or policy on China’s aggression and intransigence in the SCS?
-(EurasiaReview 07/12) China’s Maritime Assertiveness And Repercussions – Analysis: China’s growing maritime assertiveness in recent years appears to be becoming counter-productive for Beijing, as it has led to an evolution of a broader network to deal with China
-(Vnexpress 6/6) Vietnam urges countries to abide by laws as US proposes sanctions in South China Sea: All sides need to make positive contributions to the maintenance of peace, security, safety, maritime and aviation freedom in the East Sea, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Le Thi Thu Hang said Thursday. -(Straitstimes...
-(VNExpress 5/5) Vietnam rejects China's fishing ban in SCS: The foreign ministry has condemned China for violating Vietnam's sovereignty by imposing a unilateral fishing ban in the South China Sea. -(Strait Times 4/5) Philippine court orders government to protect SCS: This was prompted by a petition...
-(AP 22/4) Recent Developments Surrounding the SCS -(Reuters 20/4) China to show new warships as Beijing flexes military muscle on navy anniversary: The PLA Navy ship and aircraft to be revealed at Tuesday’s naval parade are the Liaoning aircraft carrier, new types of nuclear submarines, new types...
-(SCMP 5/4) Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte tells China to ‘lay off’ island in disputed SCS: This follows a statement made by the foreign affairs ministry calling the presence of Chinese boats near Thitu Island illegal. -(Nikkei 4/4) Philippines hits out at China's 'swarming' SCS ships: The...