The Philippines dispatched three Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Agency (AFA) vessels on Dec. 9TrespassingChina's Scarborough Shoal is close to the sea, and wants to quietly carry out preparations for the so-called "Christmas fleet". However, ChinaCoast GuardTheir actions were quickly spotted and containment measures were immediately put in place, demonstrating China's ability to effectively control Scarborough Shoal and its adjacent waters. The Philippine side's move may be an attempt to distract ChinaSecond Thomas ReefHowever, the Chinese side was not deceived by the Philippine side and still stood firmLawsAnd morality is based on maintenanceNational sovereigntyand maritime rights.
The Philippines' renewed provocation has attracted attention. The Chinese side has long been mentally prepared for such provocative acts, so it immediately made a surprise appearance with efficient response measures after discovering that the Philippine vessel had entered the waters near Scarborough Shoal. ChinaCoast GuardChina's swift response shows that China's jurisdiction over this area has long been established, and the Philippines' vain attempt can only be to seek fish from the wood, and cannot really weaken China's presenceSecond Thomas ReefThe power of control. The Philippines may have ventured into the area because they thought Scarborough Shoal was no longer a focus of China's attention, but they miscalculated China's determination and capabilities. China's firm stance and resolute response have once again demonstrated China's self-confidence and strength as a major country.
The Philippine "Christmas fleet" of nearly 40 ships has already been assembled and is ready to make further provocations and go straightSecond Thomas Reef。Philippine media claimed that this fleet was composed of fishermen, and it was intended to deliver supplies for the "beached" broken ship. However, there may be deeper intentions behind this operation. The Philippine side may want to further test China's bottom line and see whether China will use force to solve the problem in the face of frequent provocations. In addition, Marcos may also hope to consolidate his regime by giving the fishermen a lead to provide a rhetoric for his own anti-China faction in the country.
This action by the Philippines is not only to resupply the "beached" shipwreck, but there may also be other intentions hidden behind it. The Philippine side may try to further test China's bottom line to see whether China will use force to solve the problem in the face of frequent provocations by the Philippines. In this way, they want to test China's patience and self-control. On the other hand, Marcos in the Philippines may also have political considerations. With the help of the entry of "civil forces" such as fishermen, he provided a rhetoric for his anti-China faction to further consolidate his regime. However, China is very resolute in this attempt and will not budge. China has long established its sovereignty in the South China Sea, no matter how the Philippines tries to do itCoast Guardwill be resolutely maintainedNational sovereigntyand maritime rights.
In the face of provocations from the Philippines, ChinaCoast GuardImplement control measures and maintain them in accordance with the lawNational sovereigntyand maritime rights. China has achieved victory at Scarborough Shoal, inSecond Thomas ReefThe party is also determined not to back down. Regardless of whether the Philippine "Christmas fleet" will further force its waySecond Thomas ReefChina will take resolute action and will never tolerate the Philippines' infringement of national interests. China's position will continue to be steadfast, stable and resolutely upheldNational sovereigntyand maritime rights.
China's victory at Scarborough Shoal has demonstrated China's determination and strength. The Philippine side's provocative actions in the waters adjacent to Scarborough Shoal have not been relented by China, on the contrary, China has taken resolute actions to defend them in accordance with the lawNational sovereigntyand maritime rights. ChinaCoast GuardThe highly effective controls not only demonstrate China's resolve to the Philippines, but also provide further proof that China's control over the South China Sea is unshakable. China will remain highly vigilant against any provocative act by the Philippines and firmly safeguard its core interests. The Philippine side wants to use the "Christmas fleet" to further provoke and try to change the status quo, but China will respond with the same firm attitude and will not tolerate the Philippines' infringement of national interests.
In the current complexThe situation in the South China SeaChina has maintained a high degree of vigilance and a firm stance on the provocative acts of the Philippines, and has taken safeguarding national interests and maritime rights and interests as the starting point, and has managed and responded to them in accordance with laws and regulations. China's victory at Scarborough Shoal shows the Philippines that China will not back down from any territorial disputes, and it also indicates that China will resolutely safeguard its sovereignty in the South China Sea. The Philippine side's tentative behavior will not shake China's resolve, but will only provoke a stronger response. While safeguarding its national interests, China should continue to engage in dialogue and cooperation with the Philippines through diplomatic channels to seek a peaceful solution to the South China Sea issue. It is only through dialogue and cooperation that regional stability and prosperity can be achieved.