Making waves: marine research vessels in China and Vietnam’s overlapping maritime zones

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Qualitative case study reveals impacts of Chinese research vessels on Vietnam's maritime rights and oil drilling activities.

The research highlights the significant presence of Chinese research ships in Vietnam's Exclusive Economic Zone, complicating its maritime claims.
Findings show that the activities of these vessels may project state power while undermining Vietnam’s oil and gas operations in its EEZ.
Analysis relies on data from AIS systems reported by various tracking services from 2019 to 2025, indicating persistent maritime tension.
The study emphasizes the use of maritime diplomacy as a strategy to assert territorial claims and influence regional adversaries.

Bama Andika Putra (2025) studied this question.

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