In reaction to the Philippines’ action to impose a voluntary commitment on the use of the high seas pocket by its distant water fishing fleet. Between 2010-2011, the high seas areas of extreme ...
China has stepped up its aggression against the Philippines in the contested waters of the South China Sea, calling into question the strength of American deterrence, according to policy analysts.
China has ramped up actions towards the Philippines in a disputed shoal in the South China Sea, using "gray zone tactics" to skirt a U.S.-Philippines defense pact. Other nations will watch the U.S.