China: November 14, 1999

Archives

Two Filipino warships are stuck on shoals off the Spratly islands. One has been stuck since May, the other for a year. Bad luck, bad weather and a shortage of resources have prevented the Filipinos from getting the ships free. But China, which claims the Spratly's, has threatened military action against the ships if they are not removed soon.

X

ad

Help Keep StrategyPage Open

First came Facebook, then came Twitter, and finally, AI has arrived. They have all caused a decline in our business, but AI may be the deadliest innovation. We are currently in survival mode. Our writers and staff receive no payment in some months, and even when they do, it is below the minimum wage for their efforts. You can support us with your donations or subscriptions. Please help us keep our doors open.

Make sure you spread the word about us. Two ways to do that are to like us on Facebook and follow us on X.

Subscribe   Donate   Close