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The tense encounter around a Malaysian drillship drew in five navies.

Anti-Chinese and anti-American conspiracy theories have followed the first death.

Hanoi’s new defense white paper reflects fears of Chinese encroachment.

Beijing can always outspend Taipei. It’s time to think small and mean.

China’s salami-slicing tactics can be countered—if Taipei stays smart.

Artificial islands are becoming more trouble than they’re worth.

The Russian oil giant Rosneft is quietly backing Hanoi in its clash with Beijing.

A maritime clash has left the public wondering why their president won’t stand up to Beijing.

The news comes as Washington and Beijing agree to resume trade talks.

The evidence shows that supposed fishing boats around contested islands are part of an extensive maritime militia.

American military officials in the Pacific worry that U.S. and Chinese interests could collide in the island democracy.

Faced with China’s increasing aggression, Japan must invest in fifth-generation fighter jets to deter Beijing’s expansion.

The Royal Navy’s return to Asia can guarantee the freedom of the seas.

Far wider measures are needed to challenge Beijing’s maritime aggression.

The United States and China will be locked in a contest for decades. But Washington can win if it stays more patient than Beijing.

Russia’s provocations in the Kerch Strait aren’t just a challenge to Ukraine. Like Beijing in the South China Sea, Moscow is seeking to undermine international maritime law.

Leaving the agreement clears the way for the U.S. to boost its conventional forces in the Pacific.

Trump has revived a four-way security dialogue among the United States, India, Australia, and Japan, but if it's going to make China pay attention, it will need some new members.

The military’s funding boost is aimed at deterring Beijing, but a budget fight could jeopardize the strategy.

Why the next big battle may not be fought over treasure or territory—but for fish.