China says its forces have begun live-fire exercises in the Gulf of Tonkin only days after Vietnam announced a new line marking what it considers its territory in the body of water between the countries.

Vietnam has not publicly responded to the Chinese drills - but when announcing a new line marking what it considers its territory in the disputed waters, it said it was to help protect and enforce its sovereign rights.

China’s Military Exercises Raise Alarms China has announced a four-day live-fire military exercise in the Gulf of Tonkin, warning ships to stay away from the designated zone. The drills, which will involve real ammunition,