-(Abs-cbnnews July 6) Experts urge Beijing to clarify South China Sea claims - If China could clarify its claim, explain the 9-dotted line, it would be beneficial for China and other claimant states and other user states of the South China Sea

-(Mb July 6) Who controls South China Sea?; (Globalnation July 6) China brushes off diplomat ‘ban’The Chinese embassy in Manila rejected Philippine criticism of one of its senior officials who has been “banned” from the Department of Foreign Affairs

-(Japan times July 6)  China rocks South China Sea boat - The South China Sea disputes increase the risk for a serious maritime incident

-(Bworldonline July 5) Aquino to Del Rosario: Resolve Spratly issue in China visit - “One of the main topics would be the West Philippine Sea. That’s the essence of diplomacy” said Mr. Aquino

-(Reuters July 5) South China Sea treaty needed to ease tension – experts- China and its Southeast Asian neighbours must adopt a more binding legal agreement on how to behave in the disputed South China Sea to prevent conflict

-(Channelnewsasia July 5) Plane 'buzzes' Philippine boat in South China Sea- It was the second report of foreign aircraft activity in Philippine-claimed areas of the South China Sea this year.

-(Todaysdefense July 5) China rocks South China Sea boat