South China Sea dispute: Explained

The South China Sea is not just a body of water but a cauldron of international tension bordered by multiple nations, with each staking their claim.

From Chinese and Philippine vessels facing off in the South China Sea, to the US and the Philippines blowing up ships in joint military efforts, tense encounters and the tangled web of competing national interests have made the South China Sea increasingly dangerous.

But why all the fuss?

What's behind the layering disputes in the South China Sea and could it lead to armed conflict?

This story was produced in collaboration with SBS Filipino.

Presented by Maridel Martinez
Produced by Pranjali Sehgal and Andrew Chappelle

00:00 What's going on in the South China Sea?
01:06 Why is the South China Sea so important?
02:23 Who is claiming what?
05:18 Why should Australia and the US care?
09:58 How can this be resolved?

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