04/07/2011
- (FT July 8) Tensions increase in South China Sea dispute - The map, which reflects Beijing’s claim over the oceans just off the coasts of the Philippines, Malaysia and Vietnam, is becoming a new flashpoint in US-Sino relations. - (Huffingtonpost July 7) China and the Mosquitoes- In March 2010 China announced that it considers the entire South China Sea as a "non-negotiable" "core national interest", akin to the categories of Tibet and Taiwan. - (Manilastandardtoday July 7) Arroyo pact gave China an opening, Palace says- “We have to clarify that Recto Bank is ours. The action and inaction of the past administration probably sent a signal to China that they can claim Recto Bank”. - (Speroforum July 7) PHILIPPINES – CHINA Sino Filipino meeting over South China Sea fails - Beijing has not given up claims to the South China Sea and has denied allegations made by Manila that its Navy attacked Filipino fishing trawlers and ships. - (Straitstimes July 7) China should tread carefully to preserve its Asean image – Beijing must realise much is at stake if it does not manage its maritime disputes with Asean judiciously.
- (Wantchinatimes July 7) Diplomacy vs oil: Beijing's South China Sea dilemma - Amid ongoing disputes in the South China Sea, major enterprises have increased their attempts to secure oil resources.
- (Abs-cbnnews July 6) Experts urge Beijing to clarify South China Sea claims - If China could clarify its claim, explain the 9-dotted line, it would be beneficial for China and other claimant states and other user states of the South China Sea.
- (Mb July 6) Who controls South China Sea?; (Globalnation July 6) China brushes off diplomat ‘ban’The Chinese embassy in Manila rejected Philippine criticism of one of its senior officials who has been “banned” from the Department of Foreign Affairs.
- (Japan times July 6) China rocks South China Sea boat - The South China Sea disputes increase the risk for a serious maritime incident.
- (Bworldonline July 5) Aquino to Del Rosario: Resolve Spratly issue in China visit - “One of the main topics would be the West Philippine Sea. That’s the essence of diplomacy” said Mr. Aquino.
- (Reuters July 5) South China Sea treaty needed to ease tension – experts- China and its Southeast Asian neighbours must adopt a more binding legal agreement on how to behave in the disputed South China Sea to prevent conflict.
- (Channelnewsasia July 5) Plane 'buzzes' Philippine boat in South China Sea- It was the second report of foreign aircraft activity in Philippine-claimed areas of the South China Sea this year.
- (Todaysdefense July 5) China rocks South China Sea boat.
-(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...
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