Oceans
Southeast Asian countries challenge China over maritime claims
Countries in Southeast Asia are confronting the People's Republic of China over China's expansive territorial claims in the South China Sea.
Protecting the Titanic wreck site
The Titanic is an important historical artifact. Under an agreement that has now come into force, the wreck site will be protected and secured.
Australia, Japan and U.S. work toward maritime security
The three countries announced that they are committed to increasing the presence of maritime law enforcement in the Indo-Pacific region.
Iranian regime’s aggression raises shipping costs
The U.S. condemns the Iranian government's attempt to harass a British vessel near the Strait of Hormuz. Learn what this aggression also means for trade.
U.S. and Philippines combat illegal fishing
For decades the U.S. has supported the Philippines' marine conservation efforts, resulting in more fish, bigger fish and a sustainable fishing industry.
Why are Venezuelan pirates killing Caribbean fishermen?
Venezuelan pirates in the Caribbean Sea are engaged in a booming black-market trade in diapers, narcotics, gasoline and humans.
Preserving the ocean’s bounty for Filipino fishers
A USAID grant seeks to counteract destructive fishing practices and environmental threats as well as help Filipino fishers preserve their way of life.
U.S. Navy conducts routine transit of Taiwan Strait
The U.S. Navy sailed two warships through the Taiwan Strait as part of its commitment to maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific.
U.S. defends the world’s access to oil through Strait of Hormuz
The United States and regional allies are committed to keeping the sea lanes open in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important international straits.