Financial and political constraints will make it harder for many governments to maintain balance in the coming months.

The outcome could affect peace talks with militants.

An evaluation and assessment of Stratfor's 2012 forecast and concise predictions for 2013.

Exploration and production projects can be used to claim territory in the heavily disputed sea.

Several factors will push India to further establish itself as a stronger maritime power.

Distance dictates that the U.S. use in-theater bases.

China's efforts in the sea are likely to exacerbate regional competition for energy assets.

The Philippines must utilize its strategic location to secure its economic and energy needs.

Beijing may be targeting specific Philippine industries in response to Manila's South China Sea claims.