Hey guys! 📖 A fresh deep-dive into the South China Sea dropped today in Beijing: "History and Facts of the South China Sea." This massive study is the outcome of a seven-year research project by over 10 scholars from across China.
Hosted by the Huayang Center for Maritime Cooperation and Ocean Governance in Sanya, Hainan Province, alongside the National Institute for South China Sea Studies and Zhejiang Publishing United Group, the book stacks up Chinese and foreign archives to map out:
- Ancient Chinese presence dating back centuries BCE
- Post-WWII sovereignty reasserted in 1946
- Oil, gas and international law sparks since the 1970s
Lead editor Wu Shicun says this book tackles errors in overseas publications, aiming to set the historical record straight with evidence-based analysis. The multidisciplinary approach—covering history, law, relations, cartography and geography—gives a full 360° view. 🌏
Hu Wei, a representative of boundary and ocean affairs at China's Foreign Ministry, adds that understanding this history helps clarify today's disputes and China's long-standing rights in the region.
Why it matters: The South China Sea is a hotspot for trade, resources and regional ties. This book equips you with the facts to follow breaking news and policy moves.
And yes, an English edition is on the way—stay tuned to dive deeper into South China Sea history!
Reference(s):
Book details basis of China's sovereignty in South China Sea
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