Axis politics are flaring up again.
China accuses Western alliance of undermining stability in the South China Sea.
Arabian Sea Newspaper - Special
China accuses Western alliance of undermining stability in the Philippine Sea. Sea of Arabs - Follow-ups Beijing has accused the United States, Australia, the Philippines, and Canada of attempting to "ignite regional tensions" after these countries conducted joint naval exercises in the Philippine economic zone. China considered the matter a direct provocation following its recent massive military display, affirming that it "will take all measures to protect its sovereignty." Strategic Insight: Beijing seeks to draw "maritime red lines" in the face of Western alliance breaches. The region is gradually transforming into a space for testing maritime deterrence between major powers, where maps of strategic influence are drawn by aircraft carriers and submarines more than international laws.