The Yellow Sea is a body of water located between China and the Korean Peninsula. There are several possible synonyms for this sea, including the West Sea, Huang Hai, and the Korean Sea. The West Sea is a term often used by North Korea, reflecting their claim to the waters that lie to their west. Huang Hai is the Chinese name for the sea, which translates to "yellow sea" in English. Some Koreans refer to the sea as the "Korean Sea" to signify its important role in the history and current politics of the region. Regardless of the name, the Yellow Sea remains an important body of water that supports many valuable industries for the countries that surround it.