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China's Triton Island Spybase is Veiled Warning to Vietnam and Taiwan

China is significantly enhancing its military and surveillance capabilities on Triton Island, one of the contested Paracel Islands located in the northern part of the South China Sea. Recent satellite ...
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Satellite photos show China's nuclear bomber base on South China Sea island

A recent satellite image of Woody Island in the Paracel Islands offer a clear view of China’s largest and most developed outpost in the disputed South China Sea. The artificial island, built upon a ...
The New York Times

Taiwan’s President to Rally Tiny Pacific Allies to Counter China

Lai Ching-te is looking to shore up support from three island nations that are among a dwindling number to keep diplomatic ties with Taiwan. By Chris Buckley and Amy Chang Chien Reporting from Taipei, ...
The New York Times

China Escalates Japan Feud With Island Patrols and Warnings to Citizens

China sent Coast Guard ships near disputed islands and warned travelers and students about safety risks in Japan. The escalation is over comments on Taiwan by Japan’s new prime minister. By Yan Zhuang ...
The Diplomat

At Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, China-Pacific Islands Relations Steam Ahead

While not groundbreaking, the meeting indicated steady progress towards China’s goal of a “shared future” with Pacific Island countries – including using them as strategic outposts. Solomon Islands’ ...