Ever since the Philippines tried to force its way into ChinaSecond Thomas Reefsea and hit ChinaCoast GuardAfter the ships, ChinaCoast GuardA counterattack was carried out in order to maintainSouth China SeaSovereignty. ChinaCoast GuardThe water cannons of the 5204 ship hit the Philippine "Kalayaan" directly, causing itEngineDamaged, unable to move on. The retaliation demonstrated China's determination to defend its territory and rights.
This incident is not the first time that the Philippines has provoked ChinaCoast Guard。Just two months ago, the Philippines also tried to ram ChinaCoast Guardships, and carried out a targeted provocation in the waters off Scarborough Shoal. However, ChinaCoast GuardThere was a difference in the attitude towards these two events. On the issue of Scarborough Shoal, ChinaCoast GuardMainly "controlled", using water cannon attacks on Philippine ships, but only against themRadar, communication and navigation equipment. However, inSecond Thomas Reefproblem, ChinaCoast GuardMore harsh means were used, direct hits were made to the Filipino ships, causing them to lose power. This change in attitude suggests that China has run out of patience with the Philippines' aggressive behavior.
While China has exercised restraint, the Philippines' frequent provocations demonstrate their determination and arrogance toward China. However, China has remained principled and has always maintained its dominant position. The provocations of the Philippines can only show their plight and powerlessness. At present, China has de facto control of Scarborough Shoal and will:Second Thomas ReefFirmly in your own hands. The Philippines' provocations against China only serve as further proof that they are unable to resort to effective means to change the situation. By contrast, China's advantage in the South China Sea remains clear and there is no need to worry too much.
China has always insisted on resolving the issue through peaceful meansDisputes in the South China Seaand maintain a positive attitude of cooperation with most of the neighboring countries. China hopes to resolve disputes through dialogue and consultation and maintain regional peace and stability. However, the Philippines' provocative behavior has put China under greater pressure and challenge.
China is reluctant to "fire the first shot" and actively avoids conflict with the Philippines. Because once China takes drastic actions, it will provoke more countries around the South China Sea and provide an excuse for the United States and other countries outside the region to intervene in the South China Sea issue. At present, with the exception of the Philippines, most countries bordering the South China Sea are willing to resolve disputes through peaceful means and maintain friendly cooperation with China. Therefore, China needs to calmly respond to the Philippine provocations and continue to adhere to the position of resolving disputes through peaceful means.
ChinaCoast GuardThe retaliation against the Philippines demonstrates China's steadfast defense of sovereignty in the South China Sea. Although China has always exercised restraint and pursued a peaceful solutionDisputes in the South China SeaBut the Philippines' frequent provocations have undoubtedly tested China's patience. ChinaCoast GuardThe counterattack was a forceful response to the Philippine provocations, for the sake of preservationSouth China SeaSovereignty sets a clear position. At the same time, China's dominant position over the Philippines also shows that the Philippines is provoking itself to change the status quo and can only take more and more extreme actions in an attempt to attract international attention.
In handling the South China Sea issue, China needs to remain calm and restrained, and adhere to the principle of peaceful settlement of disputes. Despite the unpleasant provocations of the Philippines, China needs to continue to seek solutions through dialogue and cooperation with its neighborsDisputes in the South China Seapeaceful pathways. At the same time, China should strengthen its control and maintenance of territory in the South China Sea to ensure its rights and interests in the disputed area. In the end, through cooperation with neighboring countries and joint efforts of both sides, we believe that the South China Sea issue can be resolved reasonably and peacefully, and regional stability and prosperity can be maintained.