Beijing’s Claims of South China Sea Support May Not Hold Water. Only eight countries have publicly stated their support for Beijing: Afghanistan, Gambia, Kenya, Niger, Sudan, Togo, Vanuatu and Lesotho..

Only eight countries have publicly stated their support for Beijing: Afghanistan, Gambia, Kenya, Niger, Sudan, Togo, Vanuatu and Lesotho.

Beijing’s Claims of South China Sea Support May Not Hold Water

China is seeking out allies ahead of an international-tribunal ruling on its…

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hold water
Stand up to critical examination, be sound and valid, as in This argument just won't hold water, or Her reasons for quitting don't hold water. This metaphoric expression alludes to a container that can hold water without leaking. [c. 1600]