Risks in South China Sea Lies With Non-Military Ships

The transcript discusses the South China Sea dispute, focusing on the reliance on nonmilitary shipping notices and the use of fishing boats and coast guards to assert territorial claims. Singapore, while not claiming any part of the sea, is concerned about China's actions, as the area is a major shipping lane. The transcript highlights the broader geopolitical tensions between China and the US, and ASEAN's lack of a strong stance on the issue. Singapore calls for a united ASEAN approach to address these tensions.

How does China assert its territorial claims in the South China Sea?

What are the concerns for Singapore regarding the South China Sea?

What is the significance of the $5 trillion trade passing through the South China Sea?

What role does ASEAN play in addressing tensions in the South China Sea?

What has been the response of several ASEAN member states regarding unity on the South China Sea issue?