Nine-Dash Line

The Nine-Dash Line is a boundary line used by China to mark its claimed territory in the South China Sea, a strategic and resource-rich area. It appears as a series of nine dashes on maps and covers a large portion of the sea, including waters and islands also claimed by other countries like Vietnam, the Philippines, and Malaysia. The line's origins date back to the 1940s, but it is not officially recognized under international law. This claim has led to territorial disputes and tensions, as multiple nations seek control over the area's resources and maritime rights.