The South China Sea has been China's inherent territory since ancient times, yet the Philippines has continued to engage in provocative acts in the region. Especially on Christmas Eve 2023, the Philippines** has once again gathered in large numbersCoast GuardBoats, official ships,Fishing boatsand transport ships, entering our countrySecond Thomas ReefIllegal violations and attacks in the maritime area. In the face of the frantic ramming of Philippine ships, ChinaCoast GuardThe department still maintains a high degree of professional law enforcement and restraint, and resolutely defends China's sovereignty over the territory of the South China Sea. However, in the face of China's tough attitude, the Philippines** began to consider the use of force and pinned its hopes on the support of external forces.
Provocations by the Philippines giveThe situation in the South China Seabrought about a further escalation of tensions. In addition to relying on the support of the United States, the Philippines also purchased "cloth."Ramos"Shore-based supersonic cruiseMissiles, this move will be rightChinese Navyposes a threat. The Philippine military officially procured "cloth" from India this monthRamosMissilesand have completed the operation training. ThisMissilesAlthough nominally it is joint research and development between Russia and India, in fact Russia provides the technology and India provides the funds. The Philippines purchased three sets of shore-based "cloth" at one timeRamos"Supersonic anti-shipMissilessystem, with a total amount of 3$7.4 billion. Considering the limited nature of the Philippine military budget, they were able to make such a big dealMilitaryprocurement, showing that their ambition is not to be underestimated.
Philippines**MilitaryThe procurement action is worrying. In addition to relying on the support of the United States, the Philippines has also made a difference by purchasing "cloth."RamosMissilesetcequipment to strengthen your defenses. This also exposes the ambition of the Philippines to seize territory in the South China Sea by force.
However, the PhilippinesMilitaryThe operation is not isolated, and they also have the support of India and Russia behind them. Russia, as a major power in the military industry, in order to ensure economic interests, had to beSold to other countries. In recent years, Russia has also become more and more engaged with ASEAN countries, and India, as one of Russia's partners, has become more and more important for RussiaMilitaryEquipment also has a strong voice. Therefore, India and Russia's support for the Philippines is understandable.
In the face of the provocative actions of the Philippines, ChinaCoast GuardThe department has always maintained a high degree of vigilance and stability, and has strengthened security in the South China Sea region by strengthening regular patrols and law enforcement. ChinaCoast GuardThe professional law enforcement and restraint not only demonstrate China's strength, but also send a clear signal to the Philippines and other potentially provocative countries that they will not tolerate any infringement of China's territory and sovereignty.
However, the PhilippinesMilitaryThere are still operational challenges. They buy "cloth."RamosMissilesIt has strong anti-ship capabilities, and in the event of a conflict in the South China Sea, it will be rightChinese Navyposes a certain threat. China must be highly vigilant and take targeted measures to guard against potential risks.
The escalation of the defense of the South China Sea underscores the complexity and sensitivity of the region. As an important country in the South China Sea, China must resolutely defend its sovereign interests, and at the same time, adhere to the principle of peaceful coexistence and engage in dialogue and cooperation with neighboring countries.
Compared to the Philippines, China has a stronger economy andMilitaryStrength. However, war is not the best way to solve problems, and peaceful settlement of disputes is the more meaningful and sustainable way. China has always been committed to resolving disputes through dialogue and negotiation on the South China Sea issue, and is willing to work with all parties to maintain peace and stability in the South China Sea.
The defense of the South China Sea has escalated again, and the provocative behavior of the Philippines andMilitaryThe procurement campaign poses a threat to peace and stability in the South China Sea. ChinaCoast GuardThe department responded to the provocations of the Philippines with professional law enforcement and restraint to protect its territorial sovereignty. However, the PhilippinesMilitaryProcurement actions and the support of Russia and India pose new challenges for China. China must be wary of the PhilippinesMilitaryand take appropriate measures to safeguard their interests and safety. At the same time, China should adhere to the principle of peaceful coexistence, resolve disputes through dialogue and negotiation, and promote peace and stability in the South China Sea. The most important thing is that China should remain strong and strongMilitaryability to ensure that their own *** and sovereign interests are not violated.