Monica Michiko Sato @_mmsato
Research Associate for @AsiaMTI @CSIS. Maritime & environmental security, SE Asia & Pacific Islands. RT≠E. csis.org/people/monica-… Washington, DC Joined May 2017-
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Washington is taking steps toward seabed mining in the Pacific. But, if it’s not careful, its efforts could lead to a more dangerous Indo-Pacific, argue AMTI’s Harrison Prétat and @_mmsato: cs.is/4lEIMF7
With the race for critical minerals accelerating, Washington is eyeing several paths toward deep sea mining—but each comes with normative and environmental risks. AMTI explores the state of seabed mining in the Pacific: cs.is/3Z9mNxL
AMTI’s @GregPoling and @_mmsato argue that, despite increasing tensions in the South China Sea last year, China has failed to deter other claimant states from improving their positions. See their latest commentary for @east_asia_forum: eastasiaforum.org/2025/03/12/bei…
Despite the China Coast Guard being as active as ever in the South China Sea in 2024, Beijing’s patrols have been largely unsuccessful in changing the behavior of other claimants. Read more in AMTI’s latest feature: cs.is/4jPzaYs
AMTI and @SoutheastAsiaDC Director @GregPoling argues that utilizing a UN General Assembly vote would expand the Philippines' options for arbitration on the South China Sea: cs.is/3PxpBjc
Awareness of China’s maritime militia and their confrontations with the Philippines has grown. Though their presence is known, details about their size and composition remain unclear. More from @AsiaMTI on militia activities in the South China Sea: amti.csis.org/behind-the-cur…
AMTI has expanded its list of known and suspected Hainan-based maritime militia from 69 to 152. Read more about our latest feature: cs.is/4gqZBBX
After three months of research, I'm happy to share that AMTI's new feature is finally out!
After three months of research, I'm happy to share that AMTI's new feature is finally out!
Another update from our team on Vietnam's island building activities in the Spratly Islands:
Another update from our team on Vietnam's island building activities in the Spratly Islands:
Satellite imagery and AIS data show that the China Coast Guard has been shadowing an Indonesian gas survey in the South China Sea since October 16 and remains on site, despite the efforts of Indonesian navy and law enforcement: cs.is/4hr0xHo
The Philippines’ fragile energy outlook threatens to undermine its strategic autonomy, but Washington has options to turn this vulnerability into a source of allied strength. Read the full report on energy security and the U.S.-Philippine alliance: cs.is/4f8Sxsm
Shifts in tactics by Chinese coast guard and militia in 2024 have led to more damage being sustained by Philippine vessels, more injuries to Philippine personnel, and a higher risk of escalation at Second Thomas Shoal: cs.is/4fOOa77
If you're interested in maritime issues in the Indo-Pacific, my team is hiring a full-time intern for the coming fall! Apply here: careers.csis.org/opportunities/…
New #PacificAirwaves episode! Join AMTI's @_mmsato and @SoutheastAsiaDC's @a_natalegawa as they discuss the 10th Pacific Island Leaders Meeting, sovereign risks in the Pacific, U.S., Chinese, and NZ engagements in the region, and more: cs.is/3yx0esC
Opportunity alert! AMTI is looking for a full-time intern for Fall 2024. If you are passionate about maritime security issues in the Asia Pacific, motivated, and have strong research and writing skills, this is your chance. Apply now: careers.csis.org/opportunities/…
Earlier this week, Michelle and I called our friend @KamalaHarris. We told her we think she’ll make a fantastic President of the United States, and that she has our full support. At this critical moment for our country, we’re going to do everything we can to make sure she wins in…
Could China’s increased military activity around Taiwan be diverting resources from its intrusions into Japan’s ADIZ in the East China Sea? AMTI dives into the latest data: cs.is/4dhNAwr
Tune in to the latest #PacificAirwaves episode, as AMTI's @_mmsato and @SoutheastAsiaDC's @a_natalegawa discuss Vanuatu’s constitutional changes, New Zealand and U.S. engagement with the Pacific Islands, Chinese Premier Li Qiang’s visits, and more: cs.is/3zwTOKb
Full agenda up now! Keynotes by @DarrellIssa & @ASD_IndoPacific with top notch panels featuring @HungSon_DAV @NongHong_ICAS @LynnKuok @JayBatongbacal @ylpien @aristioo @BicTranVn @ZackCooper @charmwilloughby @becstrating @benjaminbland @davidcapie & more! csis.org/events/fourtee…
Full agenda up now! Keynotes by @DarrellIssa & @ASD_IndoPacific with top notch panels featuring @HungSon_DAV @NongHong_ICAS @LynnKuok @JayBatongbacal @ylpien @aristioo @BicTranVn @ZackCooper @charmwilloughby @becstrating @benjaminbland @davidcapie & more! csis.org/events/fourtee…
NEXT UP on SITREP PH 10 this coming Sunday: Monica Sato is a research associate for the Asia Maritime Security Initiative (AMTI) at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS). Her research interests include maritime security, environmental impacts of state…
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