Recently, the Philippines' moves in the South China Sea have attracted international attention. Philippines**Marcos Jr. has expressed his ambitions in the South China Sea. However, his previous rhetoric on the South China Sea issue and China-Philippines relations is completely contrary, highlighting his ambivalent attitude. The Philippines seems to be only concernedDisputes in the South China Seaand forgot about their responsibilities as a nation. For this behavior of the Philippines, it can be said that it has been influenced by the United States. U.S. support and rhetoric have had a significant impact on Marcos Jr.**. However, China has been consistent in its attitude towards this issue and resolutely defends its territorial sovereignty. The spokesperson of the Chinese Embassy in France openly stated that he is willing to interpret the historical context and China's position on the South China Sea issue and reveal the truth. The article clearly points out that the core of the South China Sea issue lies in the illegal occupation of China's islands and reefs. Since 1999, when the Philippines sent ** to "sit on the beach", it has always promised to tow it away, but it has not fulfilled its agreement. Out of humanitarian considerations, China has made a "gentlemen's agreement" with the Philippines, agreeing to special arrangements for the delivery of fresh water and daily necessities to the "beach"**. However, after the new Philippines came to power, it refused to recognize the agreement and attempted to occupy it permanentlySecond Thomas Reef。This seriously violates China's bottom line. As the former suzerainty of the Philippines, the United States knows that the Philippines' rhetoric on the South China Sea issue is untenable. Now, however, with the support and connivance of the United States, violations at sea in the Philippines are intensifying. But even if the Philippines makes a desperate move, will the United States really want to clash with China over this?The Chinese Embassy in France openly questioned the United States, revealing the true intentions of the United States on this issue. The answer is obvious, the United States is only taking advantage of the Philippines' restrictions on China, and once its own real interests are involved, it will "evaporate" in the problem. Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Huang Xilian made solemn representations to the Philippines on its moves. Surprisingly, however, calls for the expulsion of Huang Xilian quickly emerged in the Philippines. In response, Marcos Jr. made a surprising response. He expressed his understanding of Huang Xilian's approach and believed that Huang Xilian, as China's ambassador, would stand on China's standpoint. There is no point in overreacting to this in the Philippines. Regardless of whether the ambassador changes, the position of the Chinese ambassador to the Philippines will not change. He hoped that when Huang Xilian announced China's position, it would not be confrontational, but would sit down and discuss. However, Marcos Jr. should understand that the attitude of the Chinese ambassador to the Philippines has always been very restrained, and China has always been tolerant of the Philippines and has not put pressure on the Philippines as a great power. In terms of negotiations, China has shown more sincerity. Recently, Japan and ASEAN held a special summit to commemorate the 50th anniversary of friendship and cooperation. In the joint statement, in addition to mentioning the expectation of future cooperation, special emphasis was placed on cooperation in the next-generation automotive industry. The statement mentioned statements such as "respect for territorial integrity", but did not name China and Russia. To a certain extent, this also shows that Japan, especially ASEAN, does not want to provokeThe situation in the South China SeaUpgrade. Before the summit between Japan and ASEAN, the Chinese side expressed the hope that any form of cooperation would be conducive to mutual trust between countries in the region and maintain regional stability and peace. China's attitude towards the South China Sea issue is clear, and it adheres to the principle of not ceding an inch of territory. China is willing to actively cooperate to jointly safeguard regional peace, stability and common development. However, if someone tries to occupy China's islands and reefs by force, China has the ability and determination to defend itself
On the South China Sea issue, China has always adhered to the principle of not ceding an inch of territory. The Chinese Embassy in France openly questioned the United States through an article, revealing the United States' involvement in the South China SeaDouble standards, and said that there would be no conflict with the United States. The Chinese ambassador to the Philippines lodged solemn representations on the Philippines' violations, but was questioned by some local voices. Philippines**Although Marcos Jr. expressed his understanding of Ambassador Huang Xilian's position and admitted that the attitude of the Chinese ambassador to the Philippines would not change, he still hoped that the Chinese ambassador would be able to hold discussions in a peaceful manner. China has exercised restraint and demonstrated its willingness to resolve the issue through negotiations, rather than through pressure and conflict.
Japan and ASEAN held a celebration at the Extraordinary Summit, emphasizing the importance of cooperation in the next-generation automotive industry. The remarks in the joint statement avoided directly naming China and Russia, suggesting that Japan and ASEAN do not want to provokeThe situation in the South China Seaintentions. China hopes that all parties concerned can enhance mutual trust and maintain regional stability and peace through cooperation. China has always adhered to the attitude that it is willing to actively cooperate with relevant countries to jointly safeguard regional peace, stability and common development. However, if someone attempts to occupy China's islands and reefs by force, China will not back down and has the confidence and capability to defend its homeland security.
4. Personal ReflectionsThis article mainly discusses the Chinese Embassy's public question of the U.S. position on the South China Sea issuePhilippines**Marcos Jr. and the statements of Japan and ASEAN on the South China Sea issue. The article argues that the Philippines' attitude toward the South China Sea issue has been influenced by the United States, while China has always been steadfast in defending its territorial sovereignty. The article also mentioned that the remarks of Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Huang Xilian were criticized in the Philippines, but Marcos Jr. expressed his understanding of the ambassador's position. According to the author, China has always exercised restraint and is willing to resolve the issue through negotiations. Regarding the statements of Japan and ASEAN, the article argues that they do not want to provokeThe situation in the South China Seaupgrades. Finally, the author calls on relevant countries to enhance mutual trust through cooperation and maintain regional peace, stability and common development.