Welcome to the Coronavirus Cold War
The United States and China have both treated the pandemic as another opportunity to play power politics in the South China Sea.
Ultimately, nothing short of a comprehensive strategic solution will suffice to restore maritime peace and stability in the SCS, taking full account of all relevant geographical, legal and economic factors.
Dr. Sukjoon Yoon is currently a senior fellow and program coordinator of the Korea Institute for Military Affairs and retired Republic of Korea Navy Captain.
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