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"The Vietnamese have been less willing to be at the forefront of the public relations battle over their disagreements with China," says Greg Poling, who runs the AMTI.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

"Like militia on land in China, they get called up from time to time for reserve service," Poling said.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

AIS data showed the "vast majority" of vessels congregating in the East China Sea appeared to be from the eastern province of Zhejiang, where several maritime militia ports are located, said Poling.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

“It didn’t cause any problems except being a nuisance,” Poling said.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 18, 2024

Poling a rudderless, keelless skiff up a crooked stream by means of a fifteen-foot balancing pole is an art only to be classed with that of rowing a gondola.

From The Under Dog by Smith, Francis Hopkinson