On the recordJanuary 13, 2014
The nine-dash line affects island groups and reefs that are also claimed by Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan, Vietnam, all important trading partners of the United States.
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congress.govThe nine-dash line affects island groups and reefs that are also claimed by Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan, Vietnam, all important trading partners of the United States.
Bera points out the implications of China's claims in the South China Sea.
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