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South China Sea: Where a U.S. vs. China War Could Start
Summary and Key Points: China's aggressive maneuvers in the South China Sea, exemplified by the June 18 incident involving Chinese Coast Guard officers attacking Philippine Navy boats, underscore its broader strategy of expanding influence and control …