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It's 2035, and Beijing rules the South China Sea.

The article focuses on China's complete consolidation of control over the South China Sea by 2035, achieved through a combination of military, economic, and technological dominance. Topics include the role of Chinese military power and strategic incidents like the Spratly sinking, the use of energy...

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Published in:World Today Vol. 81; no. 3; pp. 52 - 56
Main Authors: Matthews, William, Bland, Ben
Format: Article
Published: Royal Institute of International Affairs Autumn2025
Subjects:
Beijing (China)
South China Sea
Spratly Islands
Geopolitics
International conflict
Clean energy
Online Access:View this record in EBSCOhost
Summary:The article focuses on China's complete consolidation of control over the South China Sea by 2035, achieved through a combination of military, economic, and technological dominance. Topics include the role of Chinese military power and strategic incidents like the Spratly sinking, the use of energy and digital infrastructure to secure regional compliance, and the geopolitical consequences of waning U.S. influence and regional reliance on Beijing's offerings.