I think this area of the world is set for a collision course soon. China continues to build fortifications on disputed territory in an effort to claim it for resources and defense. The US navy runs patrols through the South China Sea continually to keep the area free for commerce and keep China on its heels. Taiwan just elected a new president who doesn't seem as cozy with the mainland as the Beijing friendly Ma Ying-jeou. The Philippines also elected a right wing strongman (probably) with an interest in fishing rights and commerce in the area. President Obama just lifted embargoes placed on Vietnam since the 1960's. The reason? So they can by weapons from the US.
Stay tuned.
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