Marcos has a complete showdown and will become the next "Ukraine", and China's counterattack is already on the way
It is undeniable that the Philippines seems to have fallen deeper and deeper into an extremely dangerous path. Since Marcos came to power, the Philippines has always considered itself to be clinging to the "thigh" of the United States, so its China policy has become extremely tough and has become the most obedient "thug" of the United States in the South China Sea.
Recently, the Philippines' provocations seem to have become more rampant, drawing international attention. Not only did he trespass on many islands near the South China Sea on many occasions, but he also openly clashed with the Chinese Coast Guard, and his attitude was very arrogant. It is worth noting that after China's legitimate counterattack, Philippine Ambassador to the United States Romualdez made shocking remarks, declaring that the next world war will not break out in the Taiwan Strait, but in the South China Sea.
The rhetoric was clearly intended to shift the blame to China for its legitimate self-defense actions, suggesting that China's counterattack could turn a skirmish into a large-scale military conflict. This rhetoric is full of gunpowder, and it is clear that it is intended to escalate the situation by inciting emotions. However, it is doubtful that, based on past experience, the Philippines usually tries to downplay the situation after a beating, but this time it seems to have a very different attitude.
On the one hand, Marcos has not yet expressed his position, but the Philippines is constantly hyping up the conflict, apparently guided by Washington. After all, taking into account the real strength of the Philippines, they do not dare to openly provoke China. On the other hand, after **'s remarks, a key message was mentioned: not long ago, after the United States, the Philippines, and Australia conducted joint patrols, the US military stationed in nine Philippine bases. Why is this information being revealed at this time?Apparently to put pressure on China to realize that the Philippines has the support of the United States behind it, and that in the event of a military conflict, the United States will quickly provide support.
Although we understand that even if there is a conflict, the United States will not personally participate, because this is in line with their usual strategy, that is, to provoke a war through "** people" and enjoy their own benefits. However, the Philippines seems to have made up its mind to move forward, because Marcos is convinced of the so-called "U.S.-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty" and firmly believes in the commitment of the United States to "stand with the Philippine allies no matter what."
As everyone knows, the rhetoric of the United States cannot be fully trusted, and the so-called treaties are often only aimed at "winning the hearts and minds of the people" so that other countries willingly stand up for the United States. A previous example of such self-confidence was Ukraine, and what turned out ?In the end, nothing was left for nothing, poverty and isolation. Such an example is in front of us, but Marcos insisted on rushing forward and turned a blind eye.
Recently, according to Singapore's Lianhe Zaobao, Marcos once again challenged China and took a tough stance. He said tensions in the South China Sea had "grown unabated" in recent months, accusing a "more assertive China" of posing a "real challenge" to its Asian neighbors. In addition, Marcos also mentioned that it is not enough to cooperate with Japan, but more like-minded allies are needed to form strong alliances.
Obviously, the rhetoric of the Philippines is uncompromising, and instead puts the blame entirely on China. Marcos's speech was clearly aimed at rallying more countries to unite against China, rather than pragmatically dealing with differences with China. Since the Philippines has chosen to take a hard line rather than seek a solution to the problem with us, we will inevitably take stronger measures in response to defend our national interests.
In fact, as can be seen from the recent overseas investment in the Philippines, our counterattack is already in the works. In the first nine months of this year, Chinese investment in the Philippines has fallen to $12.2 million, while Vietnam has attracted $2.9 billion in investment from China over the same period, according to an article in The Manila Times. Obviously, while the Philippines continues to "sword and sword" with China in the South China Sea, China's countermeasures are also being carried out in parallel.
If the Philippines continues to provoke China, we will continue to take tough measures. As for the "world war" mentioned by the Philippines, China is not the one to be intimidated. As the saying goes, "the soldiers and horses have not moved, the grain and grass go first", and foreign capital is currently withdrawing from the Philippines on a large scale. Therefore, if the Philippines acts rashly, the Philippine economy may be the first to be hit hard. If the Philippines really has the courage to go toe-to-toe with us in the South China Sea, then give it a try and see who has the last laugh in the end.
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