Disputes in the South China Sea have been the focus of international attention, and the recent incidents near Oxbow Reef have exacerbated Philippine concerns. Despite this, the Chinese side has shown a calm and resolute attitude towards this matter. In fact, the 135 ships sent by China to encircle Oxbow Reef sent a strong signal of China's determination to defend its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests.
The Philippine side spotted a large number of Chinese vessels near Oxbow Reef and called them so-called "Chinese maritime militia vessels." According to the Chinese authorities, these vessels are just normal actions of Chinese fishing vessels seeking shelter in the waters, and there is nothing contrary to the law. China believes that Oxbow Reef, as part of the Nansha Islands, is entirely China's inherent territory, and that the activities of Chinese fishing vessels in this sea area are lawful. In addition, the Philippine side's move to describe the Chinese fishing boat as a "militia vessel" was denounced as "nonsense" by a Chinese spokesperson. China's calm response demonstrates China's resolute stance on territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests.
The Chinese vessel's actions near Oxbow Reef were not just a response to the Philippines, but a strong signal to the international community. As a country with huge maritime rights and interests, China regards safeguarding its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests as the top priority. Neither the United States nor the Philippines will be met with resolute Chinese counter-attacks on any attempt to infringe on China's interests. The sheer number of Chinese ships demonstrates China's strength and determination, as well as its decisive ability to defend its own interests.
The Philippines has expressed concern about the actions of Chinese vessels near Oxbow Reef, calling their numbers "alarming and illegal." However, such concerns are unwarranted in the eyes of the Chinese side. In fact, China has warned the Philippines about its behavior long ago. In November, China's leaders stressed the need to safeguard the country's territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests. The spokesman for the Ministry of Defense also insisted that measures would be taken to defend national interests. Therefore, the actions of Chinese vessels near Oxbow Reef are not unexpected, but China's response to the Philippines' violation of territorial sovereignty.
The Philippine side's description of the Chinese fishing boat as a "maritime militia vessel" is even more untenable. Such slanderous remarks will only further undermine peace and stability in the South China Sea. The Chinese side made it clear that the activities of Chinese fishing vessels in the waters near Oxbow Reef are legal and hopes that the relevant parties will look at this matter rationally. The Philippine concerns and accusations are just nonsense and completely untenable. China's calm response demonstrates China's resolute position on safeguarding sovereignty and maritime rights and interests.
China attaches great importance to its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests, as evidenced by the actions of Chinese ships to encircle Oxbow Reef. China has always stressed the importance of safeguarding national territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests, and will not tolerate any act that harms its own interests. The 135 ships sent by China sent a clear message to the international community: China will not compromise and will take resolute and forceful action to defend its rights and interests.
The international community has differing views on China's actions, with some fearing that they could escalate tensions in the South China Sea. However, from China's standpoint, these actions are justified and are aimed at safeguarding its legitimate rights and interests. China's firm stance on the South China Sea issue does not mean that China is a party seeking conflict or creating tensions, on the contrary, China has always advocated the peaceful settlement of disputes through dialogue and actively participates in cooperation and development in the South China Sea region.
The movement of 135 Chinese ships near Oxbow Reef sends a strong signal of China's determination to defend its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests. The Philippines' concerns about this action are unwarranted, and the Chinese side has long warned the Philippines not to infringe on China's territorial sovereignty. China's resolute defense of territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests demonstrates China's self-confidence and sense of responsibility as a major country. China has always advocated resolving disputes in the South China Sea through dialogue and is committed to maintaining peace and stability in the South China Sea. The international community should take a rational view of China's actions and work together to promote cooperation and development in the South China Sea.