World View: U.S. Navy’s Freedom of Navigation Ops in South China Sea to Grow
Contents: Jordan’s King demands more refugee aid from international community; US Navy’s Freedom of Navigation Ops in South China Sea to grow in scope and complexity
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Vietnam Deploys Submarines to Scare Off China in South China Sea
Vietnam is preparing to deploy the first of six Kilo-class submarines purchased from Russia in the South China Sea, as a deterrent to China’s seemingly endless expansionism in the region.
Chinese Navy Ships Dock in Cuba for the First Time
The Chinese Navy docked in Cuba Tuesday night for a five-day trip celebrating the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. The three-ship fleet is the first of its kind to visit Cuba, and arrives from Florida, where Chinese and American vessels conducted joint military exercises.
In South China Sea Dispute, Did America Blink First?
In a rare exercise of foreign policy backbone, President Obama exhibited Reaganesque-like leadership against China last month—or did he?
Defying China, Defense Secretary Carter Personally Sailed the South China Sea Today
After stating last week that, despite Chinese objections, American naval ships will “fly, sail and operate wherever international law allows,” Defense Secretary Ashton Carter personally made good on that promise by joining the crew of the USS Theodore Roosevelt in the South China Sea today.
Chinese Media: ‘Use of Force’ Against U.S. on the Table in South China Sea Dispute
Chinese state media outlet Xinhua has published an editorial threatening the Chinese government is open to “use of force” against the United States should it continue to establish a military presence in the South China Sea.
World View: U.S. Navy to Challenge China in the South China Sea Today
Contents: US Navy to challenge China in the South China Sea today; What was the purpose of Russia’s Caspian Sea cruise missile attack on Syria?; Insurers taking increasingly risky investment bets
