Although tensions flare up periodically among the various claimants of the disputed waters, the current situation is drawing more international attention amid China's fast-growing political and military power.

CNN: China blames Vietnam for rising tensions over disputed sea

It will have to bear some of the burdens of the current crisis in order to stabilize the international financial situation.

UN: Secretary-General

This becomes even more relevant in the current unstable international political and financial situation.

UNESCO: OFFICE IN VENICE