Influence Contested Leading To Tensions - South East China Sea Flashcards
what’s a sphere of influence
an area or territory beyond a country’s national borders, over which it feels it should have power but without having any formal authority there
what is the South China sea
Numerous disputed islands, claimed by China and US allies the Philippines and Taiwan.
USA been there since WW2 but China trying to control
how is china exerting power in S.C.S
Policies, building an artificial island building - then adding military facilities.
China is effectively blocking the development of $2.5 trillion worth of oil and gas resources in the South China Sea
China has militarized Woody Island by deploying fighter jets, cruise missiles, and a radar system.
what is East China sea
Disputes over sovereignty issues over 8 Islands. The islands are administered by Japan but claimed by China.
Japan purchased 3 islands from priv owner.
Rich in oil, gas and fishing areas.
What resources are in South china sea
11 billion barrels of oil and 14 trillion barrels of natural gas.