-(Reuters 21/1) Manila says China's 'massive' reclamation work a serious concern: Evan Garcia, Manila's deputy foreign minister, said the reclamation activities "are not a positive development to promote our common interests" and a clear violation of what had been agreed by China and Southeast Asian states in 2002.
-(PhilStar 21/1) Maritime dispute an issue for all Asean members: “This is not an issue exclusively for the Philippines and the US but for all 10 ASEAN countries, to see the importance of finding rules-based, peaceful resolution,” said US Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Daniel Russel. –(VOA News 21/1) Philippines, US Oppose Beijing’s Activities in South China Sea
-(AMTI 21/1) The diplomatic implications of Philippines-China arbitration: Diplomatic ties between the two countries have been frozen amid the arbitration showdown. Blunting china’s realpolitik approach: liberalism through Unclos arbitration
-(Vietnamplus 20/1) US Army Pacific Commanding General on Vietnam visit: The two sides discussed orientations for strengthening the ties in the future, such as humanitarian assistance and search and rescue.
-(RSIS 20/1) Sinking the Ships: Indonesia’s Foreign Policy under Jokowi: Although the action of burning fishing vessels is essentially a domestic matter, it has foreign policy implications.
-(VOV 18/1) 65th anniversary of Vietnam-China diplomatic ties marked: Over the past 65 years, despite numerous difficulties, two countries made every effort to enhance cooperation and friendship between the two Parties and the two countries.
-(The Diplomat 18/1) Events That Will Shape Philippine Politics in 2015: The last year before the 2016 presidential elections promises to be an interesting one.
-(Lowy 17/1) The AirAsia tragedy and Jokowi's maritime vision: Judging from the AirAsia response, Indonesia will need to scale up the capabilities of its navy to meet Jokowi's maritime goals. –(Business Insider 17/1) Tensions In The South China Sea Explained In 19 Maps
-(The Diplomat 17/1) China Naval Chief Conducts ‘Unprecedented’ Survey of Disputed Reefs: The move indicated China has an overall strategic plan to claim sovereignty in the South China Sea.
-(Jakarta Post 16/1) Indonesea’s Air Force to bolster presence in South China Sea: Boosting air sovereignty in the South China Sea would be very important in striking security partnerships with neighboring countries as well as improving the national economy. –(CIMSEC 16/1) Fiery Cross Reef - Another unsinkable aircraft carrier
