Chinese Artificial Islands

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U.S. Condemns China’s Reclamation In South China Sea, Urges Regional Agreement On Code Of Conduct

Posted by EM_Equity ⋅ May 30, 2015 ⋅ Leave a comment

U.S. Defense Secretary Ashton Carter says that China’s land reclamation in the South China Sea is “out of step with international rules” and that the United States opposes “any further militarization” of the disputed lands. The U.S. is “deeply concerned” about the scale of China’s island building and the prospect of further militarization of theses … Continue reading →

China’s Reclamations Roil South China Sea

Posted by EM_Equity ⋅ April 13, 2015 ⋅ Leave a comment

By James Borton The South China Sea remains at the epicenter of one of the most volatile maritime areas in the world with little or no agreement on sovereignty claims to ownership of atolls, submerged banks, islands, reefs and rocks. Yet South China Sea fishermen, marine biologists and policy shapers agree that without an end to … Continue reading →

China Expands Regional Dominance As It Ramps Up Creation Of Artificial Islands In Disputed South China Sea

Posted by EM_Equity ⋅ February 19, 2015 ⋅ Leave a comment

China’s creation of artificial islands in the South China Sea is happening so fast that Beijing will be able to extend the range of its navy, air force, coastguard and fishing fleets before long, much to the alarm of rival claimants to the contested waters. Reclamation work is well advanced on six reefs in the … Continue reading →