# Maritime Sovereignty
Latest news and articles about Maritime Sovereignty
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Science as Statecraft: Beijing Asserts Administrative Control in Waters East of Taiwan
China has concluded a major maritime survey mission east of Taiwan, utilizing the research vessel 'Xiangyanghong 22' and China Coast Guard escorts to assert jurisdiction in the Philippine Sea. The mission is part of a broader strategy to challenge Japanese and Philippine maritime claims and normalize Chinese administrative presence in the strategic waters east of the first island chain.
Beijing’s Blue-Water Vigil: Normalizing Control over Sabina Shoal
The China Coast Guard has shifted to a permanent, normalized patrol schedule at Sabina Shoal using the vessel Dongan. This strategic move aims to solidify Beijing’s maritime claims and exert continuous pressure on the Philippines near its coastline.
Science as Sovereignty: Beijing Rejects Claims of Withdrawal from Scarborough Shoal
China's Foreign Ministry has officially denied reports of a withdrawal from Scarborough Shoal, asserting that its recent activities, including a major scientific expedition, demonstrate continued sovereignty and control. The statement serves as a direct rebuttal to the United States and the Philippines, reinforcing Beijing's hardline stance on maritime disputes.
Beijing Draws a Red Line: China Warns Japan and the Philippines Against Maritime Encroachment
Beijing has issued a sharp diplomatic warning to Japan and the Philippines, asserting that it will strictly defend its maritime interests against any perceived encroachment. This development highlights China's growing opposition to the strengthening security ties between Tokyo, Manila, and Washington.
Sovereignty vs. Solidarity: Taipei’s Support for Japan-Philippines Maritime Pact Sparks Internal Backlash
Taiwan's government has welcomed maritime boundary negotiations between Japan and the Philippines, drawing sharp criticism from local politicians. Critics argue that by endorsing a process that excludes its own participation, Taipei is effectively sidelining its own sovereignty and fishing rights in overlapping territorial waters.
Kitchen Diplomacy: The Symbolic Significance of Manila’s Media Avoidance in Singapore
Philippine defense leaders' decision to bypass Chinese media at the Shangri-La Dialogue has sparked criticism from Beijing, which views the move as a tactical retreat to maintain a 'victim narrative' in the South China Sea dispute. Chinese analysts suggest this avoidance signals Manila's intent to use upcoming diplomatic milestones, including its ASEAN chairmanship, to further isolate China internationally.
Beijing Signals 'New Normal' at Scarborough Shoal with Escalated Coast Guard Presence
The China Coast Guard has completed a month of intensified patrols around Scarborough Shoal, marking a strategic escalation in Beijing's efforts to exert administrative control over the disputed feature. These operations, framed as law enforcement, are designed to normalize China's presence and deter Philippine activities in the region.
Beijing’s New Front: The Coast Guard’s Strategic Pivot to Taiwan’s East
The China Coast Guard has initiated law enforcement patrols east of Taiwan, effectively completing a maritime circle around the island. This move serves as a direct response to maritime boundary talks between Japan and the Philippines and asserts Beijing's claims to a 200-nautical-mile EEZ in the Western Pacific.
Sparring in Singapore: The South China Sea Stalemate Takes Center Stage at the Shangri-La Dialogue
At the 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue, Chinese representatives accused the Philippines of hypocrisy regarding maritime conduct, while Manila's defense chief questioned the necessity of a regional Code of Conduct in light of existing international law.
European Power in the Paracels: Dutch Naval Encounter Challenges China's South China Sea Red Lines
A Dutch warship's entry into the Paracel Islands has sparked a military response from China, highlighting the increasing presence of European naval forces in contested Indo-Pacific waters. The incident underscores rising tensions as NATO-aligned nations challenge Beijing's maritime sovereignty claims.
Sovereignty and Sea Lanes: Beijing Reasserts Control as Dutch Warship Transits Paracels
A Dutch warship's transit through the Paracel Islands has triggered a military response from China’s People’s Liberation Army, which claimed to have expelled the vessel. The incident highlights growing European naval involvement in the South China Sea and Beijing’s hardening resolve to enforce its maritime claims against Western powers.
Beijing Reasserts Maritime 'Red Lines' as Regional Tensions Near Boiling Point
Beijing has warned external nations to stop intervening in maritime issues near its borders, signaling a hardening stance against US-led regional alliances. The move underscores China's preference for bilateral negotiations over internationalized disputes in the South China Sea and beyond.