The Rise of China and Tension in Asia

China's rise as an economic, political, and military force has worried both the U.S. and China's neighbors in the region. All the latest news here.

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The End of ‘One China’
The Wall Street Journal. - Andrew Browne
After a historic surprise meeting with the leader of Taiwan, Xi Jinping could go down in history for recognizing the island democracy—or choose conflict instead When the leaders of China and Taiwan met
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China’s Xi Jinping and Taiwan’s Ma Ying-jeou Meet in Singapore
The Wall Street Journal. - Charles Hutzler
Meeting is the first between leaders of the two sides since Taiwan and China split in 1949 SINGAPORE—The leaders of China and Taiwan met for the first time in more than six decades, capping a robust but
Hey Mister, Meet Mister: The Problem of Titles in China-Taiwan Meeting
The Wall Street Journal - Eva Dou
It may seem like only a detail, but what China's and Taiwan's leaders will call each other at Saturday's historic meeting is no small matter. Beijing doesn't recognize Taiwan as an independent country,
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5 Things About the Taiwan-China Talks
The Wall Street Journal - Charles Hutzler
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou will hold a 20-minute meeting followed by dinner at the Shangri-La Hotel in Singapore on Saturday. Mr. Xi was scheduled to be in Singapore
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Taiwan-China Meeting a Push for Peace, Ma Ying-jeou Says
The Wall Street Journal. - Te-Ping Chen
Taiwan’s president denies the summit is motivated by electoral considerations Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou said his historic summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping to take place this Saturday is
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Q&A: Taiwan’s President Ma Ying-jeou on China Ties, Policy and His Legacy
The Wall Street Journal. - Paul Beckett
Mr. Ma discusses the political costs of some of the policies he has pursued Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou is entering his eighth and final year in office. The Wall Street Journal interviewed Mr. Main Presidential
China and Taiwan: A Love-Hate Relationship
The Wall Street Journal.
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Aboard U.S. Ship in South China Sea, Defense Secretary Invokes ‘Big Stick’
The Wall Street Journal. - Gordon Lubold
Ash Carter visits aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt on patrol in sensitive waters ABOARD THE USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT—U.S. Defense Secretary Ash Carter sent a blunt message to China on Thursday by
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Asia Defense Talks Crumble Over Sea Disputes
The Wall Street Journal. - Trefor Moss
Asean summit founders after Beijing insists on no mention of South China Sea territorial dispute KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia—High-level defense talks crumbled over growing territorial disputes in the South
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China, U.S. Officials Tussle Over Territorial Disputes in South China Sea
The Wall Street Journal. - Gordon Lubold
Pacific Command chief defends patrols; Defense Secretary Carter meets with Chinese counterpart Top U.S. defense officials took their concerns over territorial disputes in the South China Sea directly their
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South Korea Calls for South China Sea Rights
The Wall Street Journal. - Jonathan Cheng
Defense minister in Seoul makes his nation’s strongest remarks yet in support of freedom of navigation SEOUL—South Korea’s defense minister called for freedom of the seas and the skies in the South China
China, Taiwan Presidents Poised for Historic Meeting
The Wall Street Journal. - Jeremy Page
Summit would mark first meeting of China and Taiwan leaders since 1949 BEIJING—The leaders of China and Taiwan will meet on Saturday for the first time since the two governments split in 1949 at the end
China Conducted Military Drills in Past Week
The Wall Street Journal. - Chun Han Wong
Live firing part of aerial and maritime exercises, armed forces news portal says BEIJING—China’s military conducted aerial and maritime drills this past week, its official news portal said, just days a
5 Things to Know About the U.S. Challenge to China
The Wall Street Journal - Trefor Moss
A U.S. Navy destroyer sailed within 12 nautical miles of artificial islands claimed by China. It was a direct challenge to Beijing and raised the stakes in the growing territorial dispute. Here are 5 to
China, Japan, South Korea Skirt Sensitive Subjects
The Wall Street Journal. - Mitsuru Obe
Leaders’ summit focuses on trade, cultural exchange, rather than historical disputes and South China Sea concerns SEOUL—The leaders of China, Japan and South Korea held their first three-way summit since
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A Pivotal Moment in the South China Sea
The Wall Street Journal. - Andrew Browne
U.S. challenge of Chinese-made islands kicks off an open contest for control SHANGHAI—Great-power rivalry in the South China Sea has just reached a pivotal moment. U.S. rhetoric against provocative Chinese
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A Plan for Peace in the South China Sea
The Wall Street Journal. - Ma Ying-jeou
By focusing on the joint development of resources, claimants in the region can reap the benefits together and avoid war. One of the objectives set by President Barack Obama in his proposed “pivot to Asia”
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U.S., China Posture for Support in South China Sea Standoff
The Wall Street Journal. - Jeremy Page
The U.S. is urging allies and partners to conduct their own patrols A U.S. Navy patrol around Chinese-built islands in the South China Sea has set the stage for a flurry of diplomacy in Asia in the next
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China Bristles Over Dual Tests in South China Sea
The Wall Street Journal. - Trefor Moss
Beijing says ties with Philippines ‘sinking to historic low’ after tribunal accepts case and U.S. sails by disputed isles MANILA—Beijing on Friday dismissed the twin-pronged challenge it faces to its claims
U.S. Navy Ship Sails Near Islands Claimed by China
The Wall Street Journal. - Gordon Lubold
USS Lassen navigates near Spratly islands in South China Sea, crossing area Beijing claims as part of its sovereign territory WASHINGTON—A U.S. Navy destroyer sailed within 12 nautical miles of artificial
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U.S. Navy Tests China Over Sea Claims
The Wall Street Journal. - Gordon Lubold
U.S. officials say operation was first of several to assert ‘freedom of navigation’ around the Spratlys islands A U.S. Navy patrol off artificial islands in the South China Sea was the strongest challenge
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Beijing Charts Course Between Nationalism, Diplomacy in South China Sea
The Wall Street Journal. - Chun Han Wong
China’s challenge: how to harness patriotism without triggering nationalistic outbursts BEIJING—China’s response to a U.S. warship’s patrol in the South China Sea shows the balance it must strike between
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Beijing Reaches for Military Upper Hand in Asia
The Wall Street Journal. - Andrew Browne
A quickly narrowing gap adds risks for U.S. in countering China TAIPEI—In 1996, when China tried to intimidate voters on Taiwan by firing missiles close to the island, U.S. President Bill Clinton swiftly
Projecting Power in the South China Sea
The Wall Street Journal. - Richard Fontaine
Beijing’s land reclamation in the South China Sea has prompted reports that the U.S. Navy will soon conduct freedom of navigation exercises in the area. If they pass within 12 nautical miles of China’s
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A 12-Mile South China Sea Test
The Wall Street Journal. - The Wall Street Journal
The U.S. should begin joint patrols to challenge false Chinese claims in the South China Sea. Senior American officials leaked word this week that the U.S. Navy will soon conduct freedom-of-navigation
U.S. Patrols to Test China’s Pledge on South China Sea Islands
The Wall Street Journal. - Jeremy Page
‘A matter of time’ when operations will start despite Xi Jinping’s surprise commitment in Washington WASHINGTON—The U.S. determination to challenge China with patrols near Chinese-built islands in the
What Lies in the South China Sea
The Wall Street Journal. - David Feith
China’s claims rely on historical fiction and face an imminent challenge from the U.S. Navy. The U.S. and China are headed for a showdown at sea. U.S. officials say that within days the U.S. military conduct
Video: Dispute Over South China Sea Explained
The Wall Street Journal - Felicia Sonmez
A U.S. Navy destroyer sailed within 12 nautical miles of an artificial island built by China in the South China Sea, a direct challenge to Beijing that raises the stakes in disputed waters.