Where Are the Spratly Islands and Why Do They Matter?

The video discusses the geopolitical significance of the South China Sea, a crucial waterway for global trade. It highlights the contested sovereignty over the Spratly Islands by six countries, driven by resources and strategic interests. China's extensive land reclamation activities have intensified regional tensions, with potential implications for US involvement due to defense treaties with the Philippines. The situation remains complex, with nationalism and strategic leverage at play.

What actions has China taken to assert its claims in the South China Sea?

What could potentially trigger a conflict between the United States and China regarding the South China Sea?