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Why the South China Sea is so important to Beijing
Tensions are mounting in the South China Sea – a hotly contested and globally significant waterway that’s become a flashpoint for conflict. In this four-part series, we look at why it’s so critical for Beijing, whether the Chinese coastguard can maintain pressure on multiple fronts and more.
Updated: 05 Aug, 2024
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Fear and ambition: why the South China Sea is so important to Beijing
It’s not just about rocks, reefs and resources – vital shipping lanes, deep-sea exploration, Taiwan and the global order are at stake, analysts say.
30 Jul, 2024
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China’s coastguard faces ‘unprecedented strain’ as tensions rise on 3 fronts
The force is expanding its fleet rapidly as it confronts major challenges – especially from the Philippines in the South China Sea.
31 Jul, 2024
[3]
Legal complexities add to Beijing’s South China Sea disputes with its neighbours
Rival claimants in the disputed waterway have lodged submissions to the UN but experts say China may not want to follow suit.
02 Aug, 2024
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How is China’s ‘maritime militia’ supporting the PLA in the South China Sea?
Hundreds of fishing vessels used as auxiliary forces are ‘floating pieces of sovereignty’ that help the PLA with surveillance, reclamation support and disaster relief.
03 Aug, 2024
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