Thursday, February 6, 2014

US Raises Concerns On China's South China Sea Claims


US Presses Beijing Over South China Sea Dispute -- BBC

A top US diplomat has called on China to clarify or adjust its territorial claims in the South China Sea in accordance with international law.

Daniel Russel, assistant secretary of state for East Asia, criticised Beijing's so-called "nine-dash line" that outlines its claims.

Analysts say his remarks indicate an increasing US stance in the region.

Tensions are already high over China's imposition of an air defence zone above disputed islands in the East China Sea.

Correspondents say there are fears of a fresh showdown in the South China Sea where six countries claim competing sovereignty over areas believed to contain huge deposits of oil and gas.

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More News On The US Raising Concerns On China's South China Sea Claims

US presses Beijing on South China Sea claims -- AFP
Growing concern with China's behavior at sea: US diplomat -- Times of India
US vents criticism of Chinese maritime claims -- PhilStar/AP
US presses Beijing on South China Sea claims -- The Malay Mail
U.S. diplomat warns China against air defense zone over S. China Sea -- Global Post/Kyodo News
Chinese Foreign Ministry: No South China Sea ADIZ -- The Diplomat

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