THE US ramped up its combat abilities in recent military exercises, sending its strongest signal yet to China that it is prepared to contest Beijing s sovereignty claims over the South China Sea.
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A report from the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) think tank has told the US President a “severe crisis” in the South China Sea could start this year. It points to China’s increasingly aggressive actions towards Taiwan leading to a “dangerous flashpoint” for the US.
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Manila is furious at Chinese threats to shoot at any foreign vessels entering its territories in the South China Sea. Last month Beijing passed the Coast Guard Law, also known as the open fire law. Under its terms, China s navy and coast guard are ordered to take all necessary measures including the use of weapons to defend its sovereignty in the disputed waters.