China’s Scarborough Shoal drills test ASEAN diplomacy
China’s August 1 drills and reserve rules near Scarborough Shoal add pressure to the Philippines dispute and test ASEAN’s 2026 risk-reduction goals.
Scarborough, ME
In Scarborough, Maine, you'll find an easygoing slice of the region where errands and outings are simple to plan. Locals often balance everyday routines with quick adventures-grabbing coffee, getting outside, or meeting up for dinner. Use this page when you want ideas for Scarborough ME-from food and coffee to parks, shopping, and local services. Tell others what's worth checking out.
-
-
Scarborough backs away from Route 1 resiliency pilot after MaineDOT workshop
Scarborough officials decided not to move forward with a MaineDOT pilot intended to strengthen Route 1 against flooding, high tides and sea-level rise.
-
China holds military drills near Scarborough Shoal as Philippines, U.S. and Japan confront rising South China Sea tensions
China conducted military drills near disputed Scarborough Shoal on August 1, 2026, as territorial tensions with the Philippines intensified and ASEAN-China talks on a maritime code of conduct continued.
-
China Holds Drills Near Disputed Scarborough Shoal as ASEAN Talks Continue
China reported naval and air drills near Scarborough Shoal as ASEAN and China pursue a 2026 South China Sea code of conduct that remains unfinished.
-
China-Philippines clashes test ASEAN’s South China Sea diplomacy
July confrontations near Scarborough and Second Thomas shoals tested ASEAN’s warnings on maritime safety as negotiations with China target a 2026 code of conduct.