The United States recently announced the deployment of new medium-range land-based missiles in the Asia-Pacific region, a major move aimed directly at Chinese mainland, and its ambitions are clear. Back in 2019,
Trump's announcement of his withdrawal from the INF Treaty paved the way for the United States to restart INF research and deployment. The treaty has been a shackle on U.S.-China relations since it was signed in 1987
But now it is seen by the United States as a tool to contain China. The United States plans to deploy land-based Tomahawk cruise missiles, as well as sea-based Standard-6 ship-to-air missiles, in the Asia-Pacific region in 2024
This means that the United States has directly deployed missiles in China's neighboring countries and taken a direct threat to Chinese mainland. This move by the United States provoked a strong response from China
China's Ministry of National Defense expressed its firm opposition to this dangerous development, and that the Taiwan issue is purely China's internal affair and no foreign interference is allowed. This move by the United States is not accidental
Rather, it stems from its concerns about China's rise. With the rapid growth of China's strength, the United States has begun to intensify its efforts to contain China. However,
Will this move by the United States really prevent Chinese mainland from attacking Taiwan by force?China has built a powerful anti-aircraft and anti-missile system and has always adhered to an active defense strategy
It also has more than enough countermeasures**. Therefore, the deployment of intermediate-range ballistic missiles by the United States on China's doorstep will not actually change the current pattern.
China's firm response and strength are enough to make the United States think twice. The actions of the United States in the Asia-Pacific region have also aroused the attention and speculation of neighboring countries.
Japan was once considered a potential location for the deployment of medium-range missiles by the United States, while the Philippines was also considered a possible deployment site by the United States. However,
Are these countries really willing to become U.S. counterparts in the Asia-Pacific region?Doubtful. Japan's relationship with China has been in the spotlight, and the Philippines, despite its mutual defense treaty with the United States, has yet to consider its loyalty to the United States. Although Australia is also an ally of the United States, its role in the Taiwan Strait issue is limited. Therefore, this move of the United States has been reacted to by different countries in the Asia-Pacific region, and they may not want to become pawns of the United States in the Asia-Pacific region. China will not be swayed by provocations by external forces, and China has always maintained a high degree of vigilance against the deployment of intermediate-range missiles by the United States in the Asia-Pacific region. China has made clear its resolute opposition, and at the same time, it is fully prepared to ensure its own security and interests. This move by the United States will only increase tensions in the region, while China will firmly defend its territorial integrity and national interests. Under the current international situation, China's position will gain the support and understanding of more countries.