South China Sea Dispute
Timeline: The Downward Spiral of China-Australia Relations
Chronicling the events that led to the present low point in China-Australia relations.
Biden’s Vision of US-China Relations Begins to Take Shape
Recent comments by the US president-elect suggest that Beijing will soon need to grapple with its worst-case scenario.
Decoding Duterte’s Shifting Stance on the South China Sea Dispute
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, often labeled ‘soft’ on Beijing, has recently adopted tougher rhetoric on the South China Sea. Yet though more critical of China, the tone has remained noticeably diplomatic.
White House Transition to Continue Trajectory of US-Vietnam Relations
A President Biden would be unlikely to hit the ‘reset’ button in US-China relations, which suggests progress in Washington’s partnership with Hanoi.
Vietnam Economy Well Positioned for Post-COVID Surge
Vietnam is one of few nations expecting positive GDP growth in 2020. Given its apt handling of COVID-19 and ongoing US-China tensions, the country is now well placed to lead Southeast Asia’s economic recovery.
Fostering Vietnam-Australia Defense Ties Matters for Both Sides
With increasing overlap in their defense and trade interests, it only makes sense that Vietnam and Australia take the next step in their bilateral relationship.
US Raises the Flag, and Stakes, in South China Sea
Is Washington’s newfound assertiveness on the South China Sea dispute a matter of long-term statecraft, or short-term electioneering?
Vietnam’s Leadership in ASEAN: Opportunity in Crisis
Over the second half of 2020, Vietnam should focus on integrating the informal economy with the formal economy and resuming negotiations for a code of conduct in the South China Sea.
South China Sea Fishermen Caught between COVID-19 and China
COVID-19 has now been added to the long list of difficulties faced by those who rely on fishing the South China Sea to make a living.
China Bashers Strike Out in the South China Sea
Setting the record straight on a recent GPM editorial on the South China Sea.