The Philippine Defense Minister has drawn a red line at Scarborough Shoal, saying Manila anticipates but would not tolerate Chinese attempts to build there.

Chinese officials say they want to implement a “code of conduct” with ASEAN in 2017.

But about what?

But make no mistake: Taiwan does not see itself on the same side as Mainland China.

The big problem is that the case hangs from pretty weak thread.

China’s statements are getting more and more belligerent.

Who will blink first?

The United States announced it will be deploying the Poseidon P-8 aircraft to Singapore to help with disaster relief and “maritime security efforts.”

Slowly but surely, the multilateral U.S.-backed response to Beijing in the South China Sea is starting to take real shape. Let’s hope the White House stays the course.

Amid continuing confusion about whether Washington is committed to confronting Beijing in the South China Sea, count this story for those who say the United States is plenty serious.