Philippine vessels illegally intruded into the waters adjacent to China's Scarborough Shoal, and China immediately took measures to control it. Although the Philippine side's move was unexpected, China's highly effective control measures show that Scarborough Shoal and its adjacent waters are firmly under China's control. The Philippine operation may be more than just a formality, as the Philippines** reported on what they call a "Christmas fleet" assembled and headed for the waters of the South China Sea. The team of 40 ships was ready to go straight aheadSecond Thomas Reefto deliver "supplies". The Philippine side's goal may be to distract ChinaSecond Thomas Reefattention.
The Philippine flotilla attempted to deliver supplies toSecond Thomas ReefOn the "beached" broken ship, repair its damage. The Philippine fleet's actions this time may be much more than that. By letting fishermen play the front, the Philippines has further tested China's bottom line and found an excuse for its hardline "anti-China faction" in the country, so as to consolidate itMarcosThe regime of the authorities. MarcosTo a certain extent, the authorities, although at first negative about the plans of the flotilla, suddenly turned to the actions of the flotilla and then suddenly agreed to the actions of the flotillaMarcosThe authorities have not taken the safety of the fishermen into account, demonstrating their irresponsibility for the safety of the Filipino people.
The Philippines is trying to further provoke China and test whether China will use force. However, China has always taken control measures in accordance with the law and defended them in a reasonable-based mannerNational sovereigntyand maritime rights. China will not budge and resolutely safeguard China's territorial and maritime rights and interests in the South China Sea. It can be seen that the Philippine action did not cause any losses to the Chinese side, and the Chinese side has already won a game at Scarborough Shoal. Regardless of whether the Philippine "Christmas fleet" broke through or notSecond Thomas Reef, ChinaCoast Guardwill never back down and resolutely maintainNational sovereigntyand maritime rights.
China's resolute response to the Philippine actions demonstrates China's determination to maintain stability and peace in the South China Sea region. China has always advocated resolving the South China Sea issue through dialogue and consultation, and has signed a policy with ASEAN countriesDeclaration on the Conduct of Parties in the South China Sea》。China has always advocated resolving disputes through consultation and negotiation between the parties directly concerned and maintaining regional stability and peace. At the same time, China is actively committed to regional cooperation in the South China Sea and promotes win-win development. China has taken a firm stand to safeguard its core interests, while at the same time making efforts for regional peace and stability.
The Philippine fleet intruded into the waters adjacent to China's Scarborough Shoal in an attempt to divert the Chinese side awaySecond Thomas Reefin order to smoothly enter the reef and repair the damaged "beached" broken ship. China does not tolerate such behavior and immediately takes control measures to safeguard itNational sovereigntyand maritime rights. Such a dangerous move by the Philippines is a challenge to regional security and stability, and China will never tolerate it. China's position is clear: it resolutely defends its territorial and maritime rights and interests, and is committed to maintaining peace and stability in the South China Sea. Through consultations and negotiations on the South China Sea issue, China has been working hard to promote the establishment of mutually respectful, mutually beneficial and win-win cooperation among all parties in the region, and to build a peaceful, stable and prosperous South China Sea region.