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China seizes disputed reef in the South China Sea

Last updated: April 26, 2025 4:35 am
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China’s recent seizure of a disputed reef near the Philippines’ crucial military outpost in the South China Sea has sparked concerns of a potential stand-off between the two countries. The China Coast Guard claimed sovereignty over Sandy Cay, a small sand bank in the Spratly Islands, by unfurling the Chinese flag on the territory.

This move, the first of its kind in many years, signals Beijing’s intention to assert its dominance in the region, which it claims almost entirely. The strategic importance of Sandy Cay lies in its proximity to Thitu Island, a key monitoring point for the Philippines to track Chinese activities in the area.

The timing of China’s actions coincides with the Philippines and the US conducting their largest annual military exercise, Balikatan, involving coastal defense and island seizure drills. The Philippines has been vigilant in monitoring Chinese reclamation activities in the region, sending patrols and scientific teams to investigate reports of construction on Sandy Cay and other reefs.

While some experts believe that China may not engage in further reclamation activities due to its existing militarized artificial islands, the declaration of sovereignty over Sandy Cay raises concerns about Beijing’s intentions. The Philippines, in response, is upgrading its infrastructure on Thitu Island to strengthen its presence in the South China Sea and deter Chinese aggression.

Despite no signs of permanent Chinese occupation on Sandy Cay, the risk of clashes between the two countries remains high. China’s coastguard has the authority to detain foreign vessels intruding into its claimed waters, posing a threat to Philippine military and coastguard operations in the region.

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China’s military capabilities on nearby Subi Reef, including missile installations and radar systems, far outweigh the Philippines’ outpost on Thitu Island. However, international law does not recognize Subi Reef as having a territorial sea, limiting China’s jurisdiction in the area.

The escalating tensions in the South China Sea highlight the complex geopolitical dynamics at play in the region. As China continues to assert its dominance, the Philippines and its allies must remain vigilant to safeguard their territorial integrity and security.

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