Why the South China Sea Matters

Summary

1. China succeeding would have immense consequences.
2. Beijing could choke off vital trade to Japan.
3. China would control access to technologies crucial to US economic activities—especially microchips. 
4. In 2022, the South China Sea facilitated 64 percent of goods discharged worldwide.

References

• Media Check: National Interest - Media Bias Fact Check (HIGH CREDIBILITY) 
• Collections | The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
• RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC.