South China Sea Strategic Situation Probing Initiative
Coverage of South China Sea Strategic Situation Probing Initiative in the Nexus archive.
- U.S. still China’s main rival despite report on Japan and Philippines’ capabilities
China continues to view the United States as its primary geopolitical rival despite a report highlighting increased military activity by Japan and the Philippines in the South China Sea. The report noted Tokyo and Manila's growing defense cooperation with Washington, which Beijing perceives as threats to its territorial claims and regional influence.
- Is expansion of Philippine bases for US use on track? Chinese think tank weighs in
A Chinese think tank reported that Philippine military bases open to US troops have expanded more slowly than expected, based on satellite imagery. The analysis focused on nine sites under the Enhanced Defence Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) between the Philippines and the US, noting Washington's efforts to reposition the Philippines strategically.