CLEAN : South China Sea ruling very damning for Beijing: analyst

The video discusses a ruling that significantly limits China's maritime claims in the South China Sea, declaring some of its activities illegal and harmful to the maritime environment. While the ruling could prompt China to reconsider its claims in the long term, it is unlikely to change the immediate geopolitical dynamics. China is expected to reject the ruling's legitimacy and exert pressure on neighboring countries to avoid supporting it. Additionally, China might take physical actions, such as declaring a baseline around the Spratly Islands or an air defense zone, which could provoke responses from the US.

What was a significant outcome of the ruling against China in the South China Sea?

• It had no impact on China's claims.

• It limited China's maritime claims.

• It expanded China's maritime claims.

• It supported China's environmental practices.

In the long term, how might the ruling affect China's approach to its claims?

• China might reconsider the diplomatic costs of its claims.

• China might expand its claims further.

• China might immediately comply with the ruling.

• China might ignore the ruling completely.

What is China's likely immediate reaction to the ruling?

• Withdraw from the South China Sea.

• Seek support from Western countries.

• Reiterate its non-acceptance of the ruling.

• Accept the ruling and comply.

What action might China take to show defiance against the ruling?

• Seek international arbitration.

• Withdraw its military presence.

• Increase trade with Southeast Asian countries.

• Declare a baseline around the Spratly Islands.

How might other countries respond to China's potential actions in the South China Sea?

• By sending warships and military aircraft.

• By increasing diplomatic ties with China.

• By supporting China's claims.

• By ignoring China's actions.