Reuters: U.S. Navy commander warns of possible South China Sea arms race
The U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander has warned of a possible arms race in the disputed South China Sea which could engulf the region, as nations become increasingly tempted to use military force to settle territorial spats instead of international law.
Commander Admiral Scott Swift urged nations, like China, to seek arbitration to settle maritime disputes.
"My concern is that after many decades of peace and prosperity, we may be seeing the leading edge of a return of "might makes it right" to the region," Swift said on Monday in a speech in Hawaii, according to a copy seen by Reuters.
More News On U.S. Navy Warnings Of A South China Sea Arms Race
America sounds 'arms race' alert over South China Sea amid fears of military -- The Telegraph
US Navy commander warns of looming arms race in disputed South China Sea -- The Independent
Warning on South China Sea arms race -- SKY News
U.S. Navy Commander Implies China Has Eroded Safety of South China Sea -- NYT
China can't stop U.S. naval operations, Pacific Fleet commander says -- UPI
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