KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 14 (Bernama) -- Protecting access to fisheries and offshore resources in the South China Sea requires stronger maritime capabilities, while growing military activity in the area could increase the risk of miscalculation, potentially leading to incidents that disrupt sea lanes, a conference heard.
World : South China Sea: Protecting Economic Rights, Preventing Confrontation In Focus
MIMA, South China Sea, Brent Sadler, Dr Nguyen Thi
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Experts stress the need for stronger maritime capabilities and cooperation to protect economic rights and prevent confrontation in the South China Sea.
- Countries need to strengthen maritime capabilities to protect fisheries and resources.
- Legal frameworks alone are insufficient; military and diplomatic actions are also needed.
- Experts call for clearer communication and behavior standards among South China Sea claimants.
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