initiated a massive construction effort on Fiery Cross island in Spratly province . The region is surrounded by Philippines , Vietnam , Malaysia , Brunei and Taiwan . China could use helicopters to carry out military operations , officials have said . Follows other phases of Chinese construction in the South China Sea .
Reveals a massive construction effort on Fiery Cross Reef in Spratly Islands . The region is claimed by Philippines , Vietnam , Malaysia , Brunei and Taiwan . China could use runway to carry out military operations , experts have said . Follows other images of Chinese construction in disputed South China Sea .