China agrees formal talks with ASEAN countries over code of conduct . Beijing has a record of suspending talks as soon as tensions with rival claimant countries flare -- precisely when talks are most needed . '' Move to ease maritime tensions in South China Sea . But analysts warn there is no quick fix to the dispute . They warn China is likely to drag feet in negotiations .
China agrees formal talks with ASEAN countries over code of conduct . Move to ease maritime tensions in South China Sea . But analysts warn there is no quick fix to the dispute . They warn China is likely to drag feet in negotiations .