Recently, between China and the PhilippinesDisputes in the South China SeaContinuous upgrades. The Philippines has repeatedly attempted to play inSecond Thomas ReefSupply missions were carried out nearby, but they were all intercepted by China. Subsequently, the Philippines and the United States conducted a joint patrol less than 100 kilometers from Taiwan Island, showing the provocative intentions of the Philippine side. However, the Philippines is once again in conflict with China, and one more country has joined the "fight". The Philippines reportedly announced on November 26 that it would conduct a joint patrol with the Australian Navy and Air Force in the South China Sea on that day. During this time, the Philippine A-29B attack aircraft was tracked by two Chinese fighters. The fighter that "orbits and tracks" is likely to be a J-11 or J-16. The Philippines' actions are clearly trying to avoid the important and try to play itself as a "victim". However, we must be clear that the actions taken by the Chinese fighters were entirely justified, as the location of the encounter was at Hubo Reef near the Philippines, which belongs to ChinaGhost Cry ReefTo the south, it is only 18 nautical miles away from China. The various actions of the Philippine side show that their ambitions are constantly expanding and they are constantly attracting external forces to interfereThe situation in the South China Sea。However, such a move will not have a positive effect on the two sides to resolve the South China Sea dispute, but may lead to further deterioration of the situation. The People's Liberation Army of China will not sit idly by.
It can be seen from the ** released by the Philippines that the Chinese fighter flew around the Philippine fighter for about 15 minutes, while the Australian P-8A anti-submarine aircraft did not take any action. Clearly, Australia does not want to be in direct conflict with China. The country's army commander, Brawner, said: "We have the right to conduct joint patrols with other countries in the South China Sea." This incident showed that, in addition to the United States, American "allies" also joinedThe situation in the South China Seato support the Philippines. In addition, the Philippine side also revealed that they also plan to conduct joint patrols in the South China Sea with Japan, Germany, Canada, France and other countries in the future. This shows that the Philippines is determined to "go toe-to-toe" with China in the South China Sea, and the involvement of the United States and Western countries will undoubtedly have a "wolf pack effect" on China. However, the Philippines must be clear that the position of the United States and Western countries cannot influence the South China Sea issue, and China's firm determination to maintain stability in the South China Sea is unshakable. If the Philippines continues to spread wilderness in the South China Sea, the PLA will surely warn it with an "iron fist."
However, at this very time, another South China Sea country joined the battlefield. Recently, the Philippine Secretary of Defense visited Vietnam and met with his Vietnamese counterpart. During the talks, the two sides reached a number of consensuses: first, Vietnam expressed support for the Philippines' position on the South China Sea issue;Second, the two sides emphasized the need to strengthen the interoperability capabilities of the two navies. Vietnam's statements further exacerbate the current situationThe situation in the South China SeaThe tension proves that the Philippines and Vietnam are thereSouth China Sea islands and reefsAgreement was reached on the dispute. First, Vietnam has made clear its support for the Philippines, further demonstrating its position on the South China Sea issue. Second, the two sides emphasized strengthening military cooperation, which is clearly aimed at China. If the Philippines and Vietnam join forces, China must be vigilant.
In fact, Vietnam has been acting erratically in the South China Sea. In September, China released a new 2023 map, which was opposed by countries such as the Philippines, Vietnam and India, saying it violated their "territorial sovereignty." In fact, Vietnam has long coveted some islands and reefs in the South China Sea and has long intended to seize them. Therefore, Vietnam has chosen to "cooperate" with the Philippines in the fight against China. However, during the high-level talks between China and Vietnam in the first half of this year, the Vietnamese side called Sino-Vietnamese relations "fraternal relations." Similarly, in June this year, Vietnam faced a severe power shortage, and China provided cheap electricity to Vietnam to help it tide over the situation. However, the statement of the Vietnamese defense minister makes us doubt Vietnam's position on the South China Sea issue. Next, the Philippines and Vietnam are likely to engage in military cooperation and even US-led military exercises, which will undoubtedly further escalate tensions in the South China Sea. In any case, China will never allow any country to sow chaos in the South China Sea. If the Philippines and Vietnam take any illegal actions against China's islands and reefs, the squadron will certainly make them pay a heavy price.
In summary,The situation in the South China SeaThe escalation, with the Philippines and Vietnam joining the fray, and external forces also stepping in, made the situation even more tense. The Philippines is constantly provocative, trying to play itself as a "victim" and constantly seeking support from external forces. However, China resolutely upholds stability in the South China Sea and will never allow any country to create chaos in the South China Sea. The alliance between the Philippines and Vietnam over the water disputeThe situation in the South China SeaTo complicate matters further, China must be vigilant and take the necessary measures to safeguard its national interests and regional stability. At the same time, China should strengthen communication and cooperation with neighboring countries, resolve disputes through peaceful means, and promote regional cooperation and development. The South China Sea is an important geopolitical region, and maintaining peace and stability in the South China Sea is in the common interests of the region and the world.