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How China conquers its maritime space

How China conquers its maritime space

China and the sea : an international battlefield

Although in decline over the years 50 (industry had emptied the area of 90% of his fish[1]), the south china sea still represents 12% global annual wild catch. She provides 20% of all East Asian seafood products[2].

The 20 recent years have seen the total stock of fishery resources in the area decrease by 75%, a stock already very depleted over the years 50. This crisis situation threatens the prosperity of all players in the region. It is intensified by geopolitical and sovereignty disputes in the South China Sea, and obliges local residents to reopen dialogue.

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