The South China Sea is a zero-sum conflict where nations are remaking the map with artificial islands, and great stakes. Starting in 2013, China built huge military strongholds, raising tensions with countries like the Philippines, Vietnam, and Malaysia. More than just representations of claims to territory, such man-made islands are supposed to hold untapped oil, critical trade routes, and vital marine resources. This video discusses the intense geopolitical struggle-to-the-finish where history, survival, and global economics meet. The South China Sea is not about a question of borders; it is one about securing energy, trade, and national security. Delve into the intricacies of this crucial region and explore with us why literally every move has global consequences.