2019Aug 2019
Microplastic ingestion in deep-sea fish from the South China Sea
Lin Zhu, Hao Wang et al. · Science of The Total Environment
The article examines microplastic ingestion by deep-sea fish from the South China Sea.
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- 201922 Jul 2019
A dynamic strategic culture model and China’s behaviour in the South China Sea
Huiyun Feng, Kai He · Cambridge Review of International Affairs
The article proposes a model of Chinese strategic behavior in the South China Sea. The authors combine threat perceptions with strategic culture.
- 201919 Jul 2019
Dispute resolution and the law of the sea following the South China Sea arbitration
Natalie Klein · Law of the Sea in South East Asia
The chapter assesses settlement options for disputes involving sovereignty, boundaries, navigation, overflight, fisheries and environmental protection. The author draws on the arbitration experience to explore approaches to present and future maritime disagreements in Southeast Asia.
- 20199 Jul 2019
Cooperation on fisheries management in the South China Sea
Lingqun Li · The 21st Century Maritime Silk Road
The chapter compares China’s fisheries arrangements with Vietnam, South Korea, Japan and ASEAN partners. The author identifies elements that could inform cooperative management mechanisms for the South China Sea.
- 20195 Jul 2019
PHILIPPINE – US DEFENSE COOPERATION: THE IMPLEMENTATION OF “THE ENHANCED DEFENSE COOPERATION AGREEMENT†TO RESPOND CHINA’S ASSERTIVENESS IN THE SOUTH CHINA SEA (2010 – 2016)
Reynaldo Rudy Kristian Montolalu, Banyu Perwita · Jurnal Asia Pacific Studies
The article examines Philippine–U.S. defense cooperation amid tensions with China in the South China Sea. The authors situate the bilateral agreement within Philippine military capacity constraints.
- 20195 Jul 2019
Socio‐demographic drivers and public perceptions of consumption and conservation of Asian horseshoe crabs in northern Beibu Gulf, China
Yijian Fu, Shuyan Huang et al. · Aquatic Conservation: Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems
The study interviews Gulf of Tonkin residents about horseshoe crab consumption and conservation. The authors associate consumption patterns with occupation, age, education and income.
- 20193 Jul 2019
Joint development in the South China sea: China’s incentives and policy choices
Huaigao Qi · Journal of Contemporary East Asia Studies
The author examines economic and strategic incentives behind Chinese joint-development proposals. Options include less sensitive areas, consensus building and exploring a supranational resource-management authority for the Spratly Islands.
- 20193 Jul 2019
Sovereignty issues in the South China Sea: The Republic of the Philippines vs The People's Republic of China
Rakshit Mohan, Aditya Laxman Jakki · Maritime Affairs: Journal of the National Maritime Foundation of India
The authors apply sovereignty theory to the Philippines–China case. They argue that, despite China’s rejection, the ruling establishes a precedent that can guide later consideration of sovereignty questions at sea.
- 20191 Jul 2019
Beyond Brinkmanship: The Implication of South China Sea Conflicts on China’s Soft Power in Southeast Asia
Randy Wirasta Nandyatama · JAS (Journal of ASEAN Studies)
The article examines Chinese actions in the South China Sea and perceptions across Southeast Asia. The author argues that coercive measures heighten threat perceptions and weaken China's soft power.
- 201927 Jun 2019
Gaining Competitive Advantage in the Gray Zone: Response Options for Coercive Aggression Below the Threshold of Major War
Lyle J. Morris, Michael J. Mazarr et al. · RAND Corporation
The report explores US responses to Russian and Chinese gray-zone coercion. Drawing on fieldwork and broader research, the authors outline strategic elements and a menu of policy options.
- 201922 Jun 2019
Spatial and seasonal characteristics of dissolved heavy metals in the aquaculture areas of Beibu Gulf, South China
Guoqiang Liu, Qibin Lao et al. · Human and Ecological Risk Assessment: An International Journal
The study measures dissolved metals in Gulf of Tonkin aquaculture waters. The authors report spatial and seasonal differences and name mercury in their ecological risk assessment.
- 201919 Jun 2019
Coast Guard Cooperation in the South China Sea
Jo Inge Bekkevold · Asia-Pacific Journal of Ocean Law and Policy
The article assesses whether coastguard cooperation can build trust and ease tensions. It examines local ownership, coordination across levels, institutional fragmentation, disputed-water operations and the disruptive effects of major-power rivalry.
- 201918 Jun 2019
Latitudinal Variation in the Molecular Diversity and Community Composition of Symbiodiniaceae in Coral From the South China Sea
Biao Chen, Kefu Yu et al. · Frontiers in Microbiology
The study uses genetic sequencing to examine Symbiodiniaceae in South China Sea corals. The authors compare molecular diversity and community composition across latitudes.
- 201916 Jun 2019
Microplastics in the Coral Reef Systems from Xisha Islands of South China Sea
Jinfeng Ding, Fenghua Jiang et al. · Environmental Science & Technology
The study examines microplastics in seawater, fish and corals at Paracel Islands reefs. The authors describe the particles' distribution and characteristics.
- 2019Jun 2019
Complex gas hydrate system in a gas chimney, South China Sea
Jianliang Ye, Jiangong Wei et al. · Marine and Petroleum Geology
The article concerns a complex hydrate system within a gas chimney in the South China Sea.
- 201931 May 2019
CHARACTERISTICS OF SEA SURFACE THERMAL FRONTS IN SOUTHEASTERN VIETNAMESE WATERS
ĐẶC ĐIỂM FRONT NHIỆT MẶT BIỂN VÙNG BIỂN ĐÔNG NAM VIỆT NAM
Tran Anh Tu, Nguyen Kim Cuong et al. · Tạp chí Khoa học và Công nghệ biển
The study uses multiyear NOAA imagery to identify thermal fronts during dry and wet seasons. The authors describe spatial and seasonal patterns and qualitatively examine links with Mekong freshwater discharge.
- 201923 May 2019
China’s maritime strategy and national security in the South China Sea
John Robert Wood · Intelligence and National Security
The article addresses China’s maritime strategy and its relation to national security in the South China Sea.
- 2019May 2019
Comparative valuation of fisheries in Asian Large Marine Ecosystems with emphasis on the East China Sea and South China Sea LMEs
U. Rashid Sumaila · Deep Sea Research Part II: Topical Studies in Oceanography
The article concerns comparative fisheries valuation across Asian large marine ecosystems, emphasizing the East China Sea and South China Sea.
- 201924 Apr 2019
Fishers' experiences and perceptions of marine mammals in the South China Sea: Insights for improving community‐based conservation
Mingming Liu, Mingli Lin et al. · Aquatic Conservation: Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems
The study interviews Hainan fishers about encounters, incidental capture and attitudes toward marine mammals. The authors find differing influences from fishing experience, education and livelihood conditions on conservation-related experiences and perceptions.
- 201924 Apr 2019
Indonesia’s South China Sea Diplomacy: A Foreign Policy Illiberal Turn?
Dave McRae · Journal of Contemporary Asia
The author finds continuity in Indonesian diplomacy despite domestic political change. Persistent strategic challenges, interests served by existing arrangements and foreign-ministry expertise are offered as explanations.
- 201919 Apr 2019
Due Diligence and Overlooked Evidence in the South China Sea Arbitration: A Note
Jianping Guo, Peng Wang · Ocean Development & International Law
The authors examine the tribunal’s treatment of due diligence concerning environmentally damaging fishing. From a Chinese perspective, they argue that evidence China might have submitted through participation could have changed the decision.
- 20198 Apr 2019
India, China and the South China Sea
Anita Inder Singh · India and China in Asia
The author examines Indian maritime interests and obstacles to balancing China. The chapter argues that no Asian state can counter Beijing alone in this setting, making the US role essential.
- 20198 Apr 2019
China–ASEAN Security Interactions and the South China Sea Issue
Penghong Cai · Series on Contemporary China; China's Omnidirectional Peripheral Diplomacy
The chapter concerns China–ASEAN security interactions and their connection to the South China Sea issue.
- 20194 Apr 2019
Gauging the South China Sea: Route Books ( genglubu ) since 1974
Johannes L. Kurz · The China Quarterly
The report traces Hainan fishers' route books and their later use in historical South China Sea claims. The author assesses their reliability as evidence of continuous occupation.