Chinese coastguard vessels are becoming increasingly involved in South China Sea disputes. Photo: Reuters Chinese coastguard vessels are becoming increasingly involved in South China Sea disputes. Photo: Reuters
Chinese coastguard vessels are becoming increasingly involved in South China Sea disputes. Photo: Reuters

South China Sea

China /  Diplomacy

South China Sea neighbours uneasy as Beijing expands enforcement actions

  • Beijing’s recent expansion of domestic law enforcement tools creates new tension in region
  • Asean official says 10-member group is watching situation closely

Topic |   South China Sea
Catherine Wong
Catherine Wong

Updated: 9:53pm, 4 May, 2020

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Chinese coastguard vessels are becoming increasingly involved in South China Sea disputes. Photo: Reuters Chinese coastguard vessels are becoming increasingly involved in South China Sea disputes. Photo: Reuters
Chinese coastguard vessels are becoming increasingly involved in South China Sea disputes. Photo: Reuters
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