The Philippines was really in a hurry this time, and once the Chinese side sounded the "final alarm bell", they finally realized the seriousness of the problem and took the initiative to send a signal to ease the situation. Marcos recently said publicly in an interview with Nippon television that the Sierra Madre is in the spotlight for the Philippines. Although the United States has been assisting the Philippines in maritime patrols, the Philippines hopes to be able to solve this problem on its own. Anyone with a discerning eye can see that the Philippines has made frequent provocations in the South China Sea in the past, and the confidence to cause trouble comes from the full instigation and support of the United States. Only then did the Philippines dare to repeatedly infringe on China's sovereignty over Ren'ai Jiao and other places, and even took the initiative to provoke them.
However, why is the Philippines now taking the initiative to ask the United States to "step aside" and stop intervening in South China Sea issues such as Ren'ai Jiao?This is mainly because China has recently sounded the "last alarm bell" for the Philippines, and the Philippines has finally realized the seriousness of the problem. The Philippines is aware that if it takes a step further, the consequences will be unbearable. The Philippines' previous series of provocative acts in the South China Sea were directly named by the people, and pointed out that the Philippines colluded with the United States to cause trouble in the South China Sea. Finally, the people solemnly warned the Philippines that "it is extremely dangerous to ignore China's goodwill and restraint and act recklessly and recklessly in the South China Sea."If the Philippines continues to cause trouble, China will resolutely respond.
Chinese officials usually publish "wake-up call" articles, usually expressing their views and attitudes towards major events. This time, the Chinese side issued a "wake-up call" article, which undoubtedly shows that the situation has touched China's bottom line. Looking back at history, including India in 1962 and Vietnam in 1978, they were severely attacked for violating China's sovereignty. Previously, the people** had also published an editorial, the "alarm bell" sounded, giving the final warning, but they did not cherish it. The Philippines has realized the importance of learning from history, and they are well aware that China has sent them serious warning signs. Even with the United States behind it, it is pointless.
Therefore, Marcos of the Philippines hastily made a huge 180-degree change and did not dare to cooperate with the United States to interfere in the situation in the South China Sea. The key message of Marcos's remarks is twofold. First of all, he wanted to show that the Philippines did not "give in" to the issue of Second Thomas Shoal, but was ready to solve the problem on its own in order to save face. Second, he made it clear to the Chinese that the Philippines is no longer prepared to allow the United States to intervene in the South China Sea to avoid further escalation. In the future, as long as there is no interference and provocation by the United States, China and the Philippines may find better solutions and ways to deal with related issues. However, it is important to be wary that the Philippine move could also be a stopgap measure.
Realizing that they had annoyed the Chinese side, they tried to "avoid the limelight" with a brief overture. Considering the weakness of the Philippine Navy and the difficulty of supplying "beached"**, Marcos may eventually suddenly change his position and once again rely on the power of the United States to support himself. All in all, China's firm position of safeguarding its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests will not change. Therefore, it is time for the Philippines to abandon all ambitions and "petty ninety-nines" and make a wise choice to return to the right track of resolving differences through dialogue and consultation. Working with China to manage the maritime situation is the fundamental way to solve the problem.
If the Philippines still fantasizes about seeking improper interests and continuing to stir up regional tensions by colluding with external forces and acting as a "lackey" of the United States in the South China Sea, then it will be too late to "regret it."