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How do states determine which geographical areas will be included in their territorial and maritime claims? This article uses an in-depth case study of Taiwan's South China Sea claim to argue that national identity, as played out through party politics, is a dominant factor shaping Taiwan's territorial and maritime claims. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Other than the South China Sea (SCS) disputes, the Philippines in 2015 faced the same conditions as in 1996: keeping a sustainable peace in Mindanao, presidential elections, and a promising economy. The year was capped by the country's hosting of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit. Chinese assertiveness challenged ASEAN's unity and made closer Philippine ties to Washington and Tokyo an imperative. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Despite frequent talk of conflict and even war, economic and strategic factors suggest that the Sino-Japanese dispute over the East China Sea will not erupt into hot conflict, at least for the time being. However, for domestic reasons, overt cooperation remains a distant prospect. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses foreign relations between China and Vietnam, from the 1980s to the early 21st century. It focuses on the relevance of economic factors for promoting peaceful diplomacy. The asymmetry of the two countries, in terms of their relative power and resources, is mentioned. A Chinese initiative to promote peaceful economic development is described, and the engagement of Vietnam in a productive partnership during the 21st century is noted. This is contrasted with a tense situation in the late 20th century that involved disputes about geopolitical issues, such as the border between China and Vietnam.