South China Sea dispute: dialogue or confrontation? – part 1

In today's world, international disputes over maritime boundaries and territorial sovereignty remain widespread. The UN Charter encourages all member states to resolve disputes through peaceful means, such as negotiation and consultation. However, in practice, some countries often pursue unilateral maritime policies, disregarding the rights and claims of other nations, undermining regional maritime cooperation and stability. Why do these countries resort to unilateralism instead of dialogue? What impacts does a confrontational approach have on the resolution of maritime disputes?