South China Sea Dispute Explained
Territorial disputes in the South China Sea have persisted for centuries, but tensions have escalated in recent years, primarily due to China's extensive claims that encompass both land parcels and adjacent waters. This has caused dissatisfaction among competing claimants such as Vietnam, the Philippines, Taiwan, Malaysia, and Brunei. These countries have staked their own claims on islands and various zones within the sea, including the Paracels and the Spratlys.
