Recently, the South China Sea dispute between China and the Philippines has raised concerns about whether a military conflict will erupt between the two countries. In response to this question, China's first spokesperson Mao Ning gave a clear answer at a regular press conference. A British Reuters reporter raised a provocative question at the press conference, alluding to the fact that the Philippines has repeatedly violated China's sovereignty in the South China Sea, spread fake news and colluded with foreign forces to undermine peace and stability in the South China Sea. Mao Ning revealed that China's determination to safeguard its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests is unwavering, so China has no choice but to take necessary measures to resolutely respond. She did not directly deny the reporter's question about the armed conflict in the South China Sea, which shows China's determination to protect its rights and interests. But at the same time, Mao Ning also said that the door to dialogue between China is always open, and he hopes that the Philippines can pull back from the precipice and turn back.
It was a holiday known in the West as "peace," but there seemed to be a sense of unease in the whole world, and the word "war" was frequently mentioned. Marcos may not really want to engage in a military conflict with China, but because he believes that China will not take military action with the Philippines in the South China Sea, coupled with the so-called "support" of the United States, the Philippines dares to brazenly provoke China in the South China Sea. However, the Philippines must understand that China is not a coward, and that it is not because of cowardice, but because the time has not come. Once China's core interests and territorial sovereignty are violated, the Chinese People's Liberation Army will not hesitate to pick up the **** and fight back. At that time, both the Philippines and the United States behind it will be unbearable.
The close cooperation between the Philippines and the United States has led to the formation of a connected force in the South China Sea. Since the beginning of this year, the Philippines has been strengthening its alliance with the United States and expanding coast guard cooperation. Nearly every month, Philippine ships forcibly intrude into China's islands and reefs in the South China Sea, using this to hype up the Chinese coast guard as "too strong." The Philippine ambassador to the United States in Washington has also tried to exaggerate tensions in the South China Sea, accusing China of asserting sovereignty in the South China Sea as a sign of "power" and describing the South China Sea as a potential "outbreak of war." At the same time, the United States has been trying to build so-called "guardrails" with China. However, the Philippines does not seem to realize this, and they are constantly provoking danger and pushing the situation to the brink of danger.
China has always adopted the peaceful settlement of disputes and does not want to use force to resolve disputes. China's position on the South China Sea issue is very resolute, and its determination to safeguard its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests is unshakable. China's spokesperson Mao Ning made it clear that China will take necessary measures to safeguard its own rights and interests and will never back down. At the same time, China has always kept the door open for dialogue and hopes that the Philippines will pull back from the precipice and turn back.
Although there has been no military conflict yet, each provocation and confrontation has increased the uncertainty of the situation in the South China Sea. In the event of a military conflict, the consequences will be catastrophic. The Philippines must clearly understand that they have no chance of winning in the face of China's military might. Behind it, although the United States has shown a tough stance on the South China Sea issue, in actual actions, they are not willing to engage in a military conflict with China. Thus, the Philippine provocation not only did not receive the support they expected, but could have serious consequences.
China's foreign policy has always adhered to the principles of peaceful development and dispute settlement. Mao's response made clear China's position that it does not want to use force to settle disputes. China hopes that the Philippines will treat the South China Sea issue rationally and maintain channels of dialogue and consultation with China. The Philippines should be aware that provocation and conflict only exacerbate tensions and instability, while dialogue and cooperation can achieve mutually beneficial results.
At present, the South China Sea dispute between China and the Philippines has aroused widespread concern around the world. The Philippines' collusion with the United States has created a linked force in the South China Sea. However, China has always maintained a calm and rational stance and expressed its determination to safeguard its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests. China's military power should not be underestimated, and in the event of a conflict, the consequences would be catastrophic. Therefore, the Philippines needs to handle the South China Sea issue cautiously and return to the track of dialogue and cooperation in order to achieve peace and stability. As a member of the international community, we should work together to find a feasible solution to the South China Sea issue and promote regional peace and prosperity.