China sets up government in South China city, PH town ‘no match’

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FACING CHINA. A kindergarten school is the newest major structure built in Kalayaan, one of the poorest Philippine towns that is likely to clash with a new Chinese city. Photo from AFP/Office of the Kalayaan Mayor
Security analysts around the world warn the most dangerous flashpoint in the world may be the South China Sea.  Now China’s setting up a prefectural-level city government and military controlling three areas contested by the Philippines.  Facing off against China’s better funded Sansha City is one of the Philippines poorest municipalities, Kalayaan, in Palawan.  International law expert Dr. Suzette Suarez says China’s “intentional display of power and authority over the territory” can prove its ownership over contested areas.

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