U.S.-China Strategic Competition in South and East China Seas: Background and Issues for Congress

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R42784

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155

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Archived

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May 1, 2025

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Jul 24, 2026, 4:17 pm UTC

Authors: Ronald O'Rourke

Source topics: East Asia & Pacific, South & Southeast Asia, Strategy, Operations & Emerging Threats

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