US aircraft carrier group deployed for ‘routine patrols’ in S. China Sea

Ignoring repeated warnings from Beijing not to aggravate tensions in Southeast Asia, the US Navy has deployed an aircraft carrier strike group for “routine” maritime patrols in the vicinity of the disputed South China Sea waters.

Russia opposes internationalizing South China Sea disputes

Russia opposes internationalization of the South China Sea disputes or any interference from forces outside the region, Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev said on Friday.

International tribunal has ruled against Chinese claims to rights in the South China Sea, backing a case brought by the Philippines.

An arbitration tribunal in The Hague has rejected China's claims to economic rights across large swathes of the South China Sea, in a ruling that will be claimed as a victory by the Philippines.

China protests G7 summit statement

China on Friday said it was strongly dissatisfied with a statement by G7 members that agreed on the need to send a strong message on maritime claims.

China slams US admiral's South China Sea remarks. Whether China will announce an ADIZ depends on the situation.

China on Friday slammed the remarks of a top U.S. admiral on the South China Sea and urged U.S. officials to stop playing up the situation.

To Strengthen Fighting Force, China Creates 3 New Military Units

China has created three new military units as it seeks to build a stronger, more efficient fighting force -- and at a time when it seeks to strengthen its position on maritime territory disputes.

South Korea Holds Live-Fire Drill Near Disputed Border With North

South Korea conducted artillery exercises on Monday near a disputed Yellow Sea border with North Korea, despite Pyongyang's promise to retaliate for the drill, media reported.

China Expands Island Building (Pentagon)

China has started building artificial islands in the South China Sea at a greater rate than ever to boost its territorial claims in the area, a U.S. Defense Department senior official said Friday.