Vietnam review (17/8/2019)

Looks like two of China's most advanced coast guard ships are heading to the scene (31302 and 33111). Of note, both are based in the East China Sea. Source: Twitter Ryan Martinson

Geological exploration ship 8 returns to Tu Chinh beach. Is this a state victory?

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Is it helpful for the Communist Party to be involved in solving the immediate difficulties? Should it sue China for 50 years before the Paracel Island is lost?