Vietnam's flag flies over the fortified Da Tay Island in the Spratlys archipelago. It is 25 years since China and Vietnam clashed over the islands, but the issue remains central to Beijing-Hanoi relations. Photo: Reuters
Spratly Islands dispute defines China-Vietnam relations 25 years after naval clash
25 years after China's naval clash with Vietnam at Johnson Reef, a second military battle is seen as unlikely - but Beijing's ambitions are growing
Vietnam's flag flies over the fortified Da Tay Island in the Spratlys archipelago. It is 25 years since China and Vietnam clashed over the islands, but the issue remains central to Beijing-Hanoi relations. Photo: Reuters
