China Vietnam Strategic Talks Proceed Despite Rising Tensions Over Paracels Dispute

China and Vietnam are preparing to hold their first high level ministerial dialogue under a newly established strategic platform even as tensions linger over disputed territory in the South China Sea. Senior officials from both countries are expected to meet next week as

China Opens Daily Fresh Food Supply Line to Woody Island as Paracels Infrastructure Grows

China has launched a daily fresh food supply link to Woody Island, strengthening logistical support for residents and workers on the disputed Paracel Islands as Beijing continues to expand civilian and administrative infrastructure in the South China Sea. According to Chinese authorities, meat,

China opens shopping centre on Woody Island in disputed Paracels in South China Sea

A new civilian landmark in a sensitive maritime region China has opened a new shopping centre on Woody Island, reinforcing its civilian footprint in one of the most contested areas of the South China Sea. The facility, officially named the Sansha City Commercial