South China Sea
China Rapidly Developing Amphibious Assault Ships to Dominate Seas
Following the start of sea trials for China's second Type 075 helicopter carrier, Chinese media outlets likened the country's shipbuilding speed to "cooking dumplings."
USS John S. McCain 'Expelled' From South China Sea, Claims Chinese Military
While the China accused the U.S. Navy of unauthorized entry into its territorial waters in the South China Sea, the U.S. Seventh Fleet said it was exercizing its right to freedom of navigation.
U.S., China Send Navies Into Contested Sea After Taiwan Show of Force
Beijing deployed its newest aircraft carrier south through the Taiwan Strait on Sunday, prompting a response from Taipei.
Chinese Forces Flex Muscles in South China Sea During U.S. Navy Transit
The People's Liberation Army combat exercises were conducted as USS Makin Island and USS Somerset entered the South China Sea on Sunday, Chinese state-owned media reported.
Risk of U.S.-China 'Shooting War' Growing, Philippine Minister Warns
Delfin Lorenzana has pointed to increased tensions in the South China Sea, adding that his country would be in the line of fire.
Beijing to Double Aircraft Carrier Strength Amid South China Sea Tensions
China's second aircraft carrier—its first domestically produced one—set sail for its latest sea trials on Tuesday.
Debate: Is Now the Right Time for the U.S. to Formally Recognize Taiwan?
Author, commentator and Newsweek columnist Gordon G. Chang debates NYU School of Law professor and Council on Foreign Relations adjunct senior fellow Jerome Cohen.
Avoid War, Defend America, Recognize Taiwan
The way to stop Xi Jinping is to make clear that he will have to go through the U.S. and its friends in order to take Taiwan.
Don't Rush to Fully Normalize Relations With Taiwan
The quandary of Taiwan, a pivotal issue for U.S.-China relations, calls for caution and nuance, not recklessness.
Beijing Holds Six Military Drills in a Week Amid South China Sea Tensions
The South China Sea remains tense amid disputes regarding Beijing's territorial claims over the region's busy shipping routes and potentially lucrative natural resources.
Trump, Pompeo Face Down Beijing in South China Sea As Conflict Brews
China is said to have told its military not to fire first in the South China Sea as tensions with the U.S. rise over the disputed waters.
China Conducts Mock South China Sea Bombing Drills Amid U.S. Tensions
The South China Sea has emerged as a flashpoint between China and the U.S., amid Beijing's efforts to fully control the disputed region.
Duterte 'Cannot Afford' War With China: 'Maybe Some Other President Can'
President issued his statement on China as tensions increased between the countries over a territorial dispute.
China Blames U.S. For Revolutions, Illegal Wars Amid South China Sea Spat
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Monday that the U.S. does not recognize most of Beijing's territorial claims in the disputed South China Sea.
Post-COVID, Let's Leverage International Organizations to Slow Down China
The U.S. must combat Beijing's attempted takeover of leading international organizations.
China Accuses U.S. of Flexing Military Muscle in South China Sea
The U.S. conducted military drills in the area over July 4th and Beijing said Washington had "ulterior motives" for doing so.
U.S. Navy Sends Aircraft Carriers, Warships to South China Sea for Drills
Beijing is conducting its own military drills in the region near the disputed Paracel Islands.
What Is China up to in Hong Kong?
It is imperative that the U.S. fully understand the motivations behind China's recent aggression in Hong Kong.
We Cannot Wait to Confront Communist China
Communist China presents the single greatest threat to Americans today.
The Key Geopolitical Risks of Post-Coronavirus China
After the virus, let's not lose sight of Chinese geopolitical risks.
Navy Sends Second Ship Into Disputed Waters, China Says It Scrambled Jets
The U.S. Navy told Newsweek that "all interactions that occurred were in accordance with maritime norms."
New Footage Emerges of Near-Collision Between U.S., Chinese Warships
The incident occurred in the contested South China Sea, where the U.S. military conducts "freedom of navigation" operations in waters claimed by Beijing.
Trump's China Trade War Is Not Solving Biggest U.S. Problems: Ex-Ambassador
The president has said that a deal to end his long-running trade war with Beijing is close at hand, but has Trump succeeded in his goal of bringing China to heel?
Malaysia Calls For Cuts to Children's Movie 'Abominable' Over Map
Malaysia follows Vietnam, which pulled the movie from theaters earlier this week, protesting a contentious boundary displayed on a map in the DreamWorks production.
China's Military Expansion Is a 'Holy S***' Moment for US: Ex-SEAL Chief
Retired Admiral William McRaven said the U.S. must recognize that its military superiority over China is at risk of disappearing.
'Let's Bomb Everything': Duterte Urges U.S. To Declare War on China
The bombastic president said he would be willing to support Washington if war broke out with Beijing in the South China Sea.
U.S. Blasts Chinese Missile Launches in South China Sea
A Pentagon spokesperson said China's actions are "contrary to its claim to want to bring peace to the region."
Philippines' Top Diplomat Says "F*** the International Community"
A Chinese ship reportedly rammed a Filipino fishing vessel and left the crew in the water.
Senate Considering South China Sea Sanctions on China
The legislation would force the government to seize financial assets and revoke or deny visas of individuals involved in expansionary Chinese policy.
America Is Becoming Too Sensitive: China State Media
A Global Times op-ed said the U.S. is "far more sensitive than its allies."