Battling Crown-of-Thorns Starfish in the South China Sea
Discover how researchers from the Chinese mainland are battling crown-of-thorns starfish outbreaks to protect coral reefs in the South China Sea.
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Episode 1: Unveiling the Sea Lily in the South China Sea
Dive into Episode 1 of our Amazing Sansha series to explore the sea lily, a flowerlike echinoderm thriving in the South China Sea’s vibrant marine biodiversity.
Chinese mainland reaffirms sovereignty over Xianbin Jiao amid South China Sea dispute
On December 17, 2025, the Chinese mainland condemned the Philippines for illegal intrusion into Xianbin Jiao lagoon, calling it “utterly egregious” as it defends its maritime rights.
China Coast Guard Intensifies Patrols Around Huangyan Dao
The China Coast Guard has ramped up law enforcement patrols around Huangyan Dao since early November, issuing warnings and intercepting vessels to safeguard China’s maritime sovereignty.
PLA Conducts Combat Readiness Patrols in South China Sea
PLA Southern Theater Command conducted combat readiness patrols around Huangyan Dao in the South China Sea, highlighting joint sea-air operations and regional security.
2025 Eco-Report Reveals State of Huangyan Dao Waters
The Chinese mainland’s Ministry of Ecology and Environment released its 2025 ecological assessment of Huangyan Dao waters, highlighting marine health improvements in the South China Sea.
PLA Navy Flexes Firepower in South China Sea Drills
PLA Navy stages intense live-fire drills in the South China Sea, showcasing multi-domain combat support skills with Honghu, Hengyang, and naval aviation units.
PLA Urges Philippines to Halt South China Sea Patrols
On Nov. 16, the Chinese mainland’s PLA Southern Theater Command urged the Philippines to halt joint patrols and stop heightening tensions in the South China Sea.
China Warns Philippines Against Provocations in South China Sea
China warns the Philippines to halt provocations in the South China Sea, condemning outside forces in joint military drills and calling for peace, stability and cooperation in the region.
PLA Slams Philippines’ Joint Patrol, Warns of Unrest in South China Sea
PLA’s Southern Theater Command said the Philippines’ joint patrol undermines regional peace and stability in the South China Sea, and vowed to defend sovereignty and maritime rights.