Wang YiPolitburo member and foreign minister spoke with Philippine Minister ManaroWang YiA clear warning was issued to the Philippine side. The initiative in this call is on the Philippine side, indicating that they are worried about the development of the situation in the South China Sea. In recent times, Chinese law enforcement vessels have tightened some control measures in the South China Sea, sparking displeasure in the Philippines. In addition, there have been voices of opposition to Marcos Jr. in the Philippines. beforePhilippines**The spokesman published an article in the Philippine Times on December 15 warning some elites in the Philippines not to"Catastrophically severed relations with China", he pointed out that the irrationality of the Philippines' policy towards China is shocking.
However, in the face of internal and external pressure, Philippine Foreign Minister Manaro chose to take the initiative to withWang YiForeign Minister Call,Wang YiHe took this opportunity to clearly state China's position. First of all,Wang YiHe criticized the Philippines and pointed out that the current difficulties in Sino-Philippine relations are caused by the Philippine side. He stressed that past experience has shown that China and the Philippines can properly resolve their differences in the South China Sea. However, the Philippines has created trouble in the South China Sea, putting China-Philippines relations at a crossroads.
Secondly,Wang YiThe foreign minister expressed China's position and said that China and the Philippines are neighbors and should resolve differences through dialogue and consultation. However, if the Philippine side misjudges the situation, insists on going its own way, or even colludes with external forces to cause trouble in the South China Sea, China will take resolute measures in response in accordance with the law. Unlike other countries, China's diplomatic language has always been open-ended, unlike some countries that tend to be tough. Wang YiThe foreign minister's statement is both necessary and shows that China is thereThe situation in the South China SeaPreparation for possible upgrades.
Although Manaro chose to go withWang YiThe foreign minister spoke, but the position of the Philippine side did not soften. EspeciallyPhilippines**In a recent interview in Japan, Marcos Jr. stressed the need for a "paradigm shift" in the Philippines' South China Sea policy and accused China of posing a threat to its neighborhood and intending to unite other countries against China. Marcos Jr.'s speech meant a radical reversal of the previous agreement to "set aside disputes and develop together" in the South China Sea.
Some clues can also be seen from Philippine Foreign Minister Manalo's speech. He expressed the hope that differences would be managed in a way that was acceptable to both sides. However, implicit in this is his own position that the dispute created by the Philippines should be resolved in a way that is acceptable to the Philippine side. This position shows that the Philippine side has not changed its firm stance on the South China Sea issue.
China's position on the Philippines is very firm. Wang YiThe foreign minister made it clear that China hopes to resolve its differences through dialogue and consultation, but if the Philippines continues to provoke incidents or even enlist external forces to create chaos in the South China Sea, China will take resolute measures to respond. China's diplomacy has always been very measured, and this statement shows both China's sincerity and rightnessThe situation in the South China SeaAlerts that may escalate.
Moreover, China undoubtedly has a strategic advantage in the South China Sea. The South China Sea is China's doorstep, and China has a clear geographical presence in the regionMilitaryon the advantage. If the Philippines chooses to confront China, it will undoubtedly be boring and will inevitably suffer. Chinese NavyThe presence of the aircraft carrier formation demonstrates China's determination and strength in the South China Sea.
The South China Sea issueInternationalThe focus of social attention involves the interests of many countries. Under the current situation, China-Philippines relations stand at a crossroads. China has clearly given a resolute warning and made clear its position and rightThe situation in the South China SeaPrepare for the response. The Philippine side has expressed a tough stance in an attempt to change its previous policy in the South China Sea. Against this backdrop, how to properly handle China-Philippines relations and how to properly resolve disputes in the South China Sea requires all parties to remain calm and rational.
Personally, I believe that China, as a big country, has sufficient wisdom and strength to handle the South China Sea issue well. Full respect should be given in the process of dispute resolutionInternationalFrance and the legitimate rights and interests of countries in the region, and resolve differences through dialogue and consultation. At the same time, safeguarding its own sovereignty and security is China's bottom line, and it must also take resolute measures to protect its national interests when necessary. In addition, all parties should strengthen cooperation in the spirit of peaceful development to promote stability and prosperity in the South China Sea.
Finally, it is hoped that China-Philippines relations will continue to develop in the direction of friendship and cooperation and make positive contributions to regional peace and stability. The resolution of the South China Sea issue requires the joint efforts of all parties, and only through peaceful dialogue and cooperation can a mutually beneficial and win-win situation be achieved.