-(Washington 6/11) China unveils a new anti-drone laser, but it’s the growing Chinese drone fleet that matters: The increasing proliferation of various sorts of unmanned aerial vehicles means governments around the world are getting more and more worried about their use for purposes of espionage and covert surveillance.
-(ChinaDaily 6/11) CNOOC puts second deep-water rig into use: "Nanhai Jiu Hao will boost the country's offshore oil and gas exploration by teaming up with CNOOC 981 to work in different sea areas at the same time, which can improve the efficiency of the country's offshore oil and gas drilling.”
-(The Nation 6/11) Asia must unite to prise South China Sea from Beijing's grip: On one hand, China is discussing peace in the South China Sea with its Southeast Asian neighbours, but on the other, it is trying to change the status quo there through unilateral actions. Beijing needs to realise this inconsistency will result only in aggravating tensions and distrust between the two sides. -(Vietnamplus 6/11) APEC Senior Officials’ Meeting concludes with forward-looking results
-(PhilStar 6/11) Kerry: US will defend allies in Asia-Pacific: Kerry said he and US President Barack Obama would be working for the interests of their allies in the South China Sea when they meet leaders of the Asia Pacific region at two summits in Beijing and Myanmar this month. –(The Diplomat 5/11) US-China Ties ‘Most Consequential in the World’
-(Xinhua 5/11) APEC senior officials meet for upcoming 2014 summit: The officials met to prepare for the upcoming APEC events include the APEC Ministerial Meeting, APEC CEO Summit, APEC Business Advisory Council Dialogue with Leaders, and the 22nd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting (AELM) scheduled on Nov. 10-11.
-(VOA News 5/11) ASEAN Document Pushes Talks on South China Sea: A leaked ASEAN document, a draft of the chairman's statement for next week's summit, notes progress on a Code of Conduct for the South China Sea and urges the group's members to peacefully resolve their maritime disputes with China.
-(Georgetown Journal of International Law Affairs 5/11) The Limits Of Hegemony: China’s Troubled Assertiveness In The Asia-Pacific: China’s maritime assertiveness appears to be driven by a perception that the present set of international norms, especially those that govern the global maritime order, often rob Beijing of what it considers a deservedly significant role on the international stage.
-(Rappler 5/11) Taiwan defense minister visits disputed Spratlys: It was the first by a Taiwanese defence minister since January 2009 when then-defence minister Chen Chao-min flew to Ba Binh Island more than 800 nautical miles (1,482 kilometres) from Taiwan.
-(NHK 5/11) Aquino shows concern over China's reclamation: Aquino stressed that he is seeking talks based on international laws to keep the situation from worsening. He called for cooperation of the global community to increase pressure on China to solve the problem. –(Nikkei 5/11) Aquino says China's map only complicates South China Sea dispute
-(The Jakarta Post 5/11) SCS dispute: A big litmus test for Jokowi, minister Retno: The SCS dispute could remain an arena of antagonism for many decades to come. Indonesia needs to prevent conflict and manage the situation through dialogue among conflicting parties. –(The Diplomat 5/11) China Woos Indonesia's New President
-(People’s Daily 5/11) Maintain peace and stability in the South China Sea with 'two-track thinking': As a community of common fate, interests and responsibilities, China and ASEAN countries need to work together to maintain peace and stability in the South China Sea.
-(Vietnamnet 5/11) India’s role in solving South China Sea disputes: The recent moves made by Indian PM Narendra Modi have attracted world opinion. Is it too early to say something about a Modi doctrine, or Modi grand strategy? If there is, what kind of pillars do the doctrine, or the grand strategy, cover?
-(Eastasia forum 4/11) Hard line or soft line? Xi Jinping’s diplomatic choices: If China can lead the new international order, accepted and respected by other countries, it would fulfil the first criterion for becoming a true world leader. –(National Interest 5/11) Engagement and Assurance: Debating the U.S.-Chinese Relationship
-(CRI 4/11) China, Indonesia Vow to Strengthen Maritime Cooperation: In meeting with his Indonesian counterpart, Wang Yi notes China has the technology and money to assist Indonesia in developing its maritime infrastructure. –(The Bangkok Post 4/11) Thai FM calls for united voice on world stage
-(The Jakarta Post 4/11) China calls for ‘new maritime silk road’ partnership with Indonesia: During a telephone conversation with Indonesian President Jokowi, Xi said that strengthening comprehensive strategic cooperation between the two countries conformed to the common interests of both and was also conducive to regional and world peace, stability and prosperity.
-(Vietnamplus 3/11) Vietnam opposes Taiwan’s live firing on Truong Sa: Taiwan’s move to launch live firing on Ba Binh island, part of Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelago, is a serious violation of Vietnam’s territorial sovereignty, threatening peace, stability, maritime security and safety, and further complicating the East Sea issue, Vietnamese Foreign Ministry’s spokesman Le Hai Binh said.
-(QDND 3/11) Indian media spotlight Vietnamese Nguyen Tan Dung’s visit: PTI, UNI, ANI and Times Now news agencies and prestigious newspapers such as the Hindu, the Hindustan Times, the Economic Times, the Indian Express, the Times of India and India Writes mentioned agreements reached by the two countries’ leaders, especially in the fields of defence and oil and gas.
-(National Interest 3/11) The Five Most Deadly Armies of Asia: Which Asian armies are the best in the region? Even if you get past the nationalist chest thumping, it's difficult to choose.
-(Reuters 2/11) China successfully develops drone defense system: The laser defense system is capable of shooting down small aircraft within a two-km (1.2-mile) radius and can do so within five seconds of locating its target, the official Xinhua news agency said, quoting a statement by the China Academy of Engineering Physics.
-(Bloomberg 2/11) Pacific Air Force Chief Says Wary of Risky Flying by China Jets: The U.S. is concerned Chinese jets may engage in further risky intercepts of its military aircraft, even after starting talks aimed at avoiding such encounters, the new commander of U.S. air forces in the Pacific said.
-(Deccan Chronicle 2/11) Figuring out the South China Sea: Given the strategic geopolitical interests compounded with economic advantages more attention is being diverted to this region. Not to mention the interests of the US, India too is found to be taking advantage of the situation. Its collaboration with Vietnam to explore and drill out oil is just one of the initiatives.
-(QDND 1/11) Russia supports Indonesia’s maritime policy: Russia says that it wants to strengthen its cooperation with Indonesia on all aspects of the maritime sector, including providing different types of ships and multi-level intelligence systems, as well as establishing a shipping service centre and a production centre for spare parts.
-(Business Insider 31/10) Vietnam is becoming a proxy in efforts to contain chinese influence in the South China Sea: On Oct. 28 India announced that it would sell naval vessels to Vietnam in exchange for an energy-exploration deal. These vessels would arrive at a time of rising tension between Vietnam and China over contested island chains in the South China Sea.
