Tuesday, June 21, 2011

China Is Now Warning Vietnam Of Possible Military Responses In The South China Seas

A Chinese flag and a satellite dish are prominently displayed in a structure built by China in one of the islands in the Spratly Islands. Photo: Reuters

China Warns Vietnam of Possible Military Response in South China Sea -- Voice of America

China's state-controlled media are warning Vietnam that Beijing will "take whatever measures necessary," including military action, to protect its interests in the South China Sea.

The Global Times newspaper, in an editorial Tuesday, issued Beijing's sternest public warning yet to Vietnam as regional tensions rise over conflicting maritime claims to territories thought to be rich in oil and natural gas deposits.

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More News On The Tensions In The South China Seas

Vietnam, China hold joint naval patrol despite ongoing spat over disputed territory
-- Washington Post
China defends claims in South China Sea -- AFP
Vietnam, China hold joint naval patrol amid spat -- Forbes/AP
China's naval harassments cannot be tolerated -- The Hill
U.S. Urges Negotiation in South China Sea Disputes -- U.S. Department of Defense
Singapore Asks for Restraint as China Sails at Will in the South China Sea. -- Blog Critics
Singapore Asks China To Clarify South China Sea Claims -- RTT News
In South China Sea, every side has its say -- Washington Post
Beijing Does Not Fear Vietnam – Or Washington – In South China Sea Dispute -- Worldcrunch

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