The Philippines, located in the southeast of China and the western part of the Pacific Ocean, has become part of the Pacific Rim Belt because of its geographical location at the junction of the Eurasian Plate and the Pacific Plate, which is also the most active zone in the world, with about 80% of the most active in the world. Historical records indicate that the Philippines region took place in 5Level 0 or above** up to 3565 times, of which 8There are also 3 times for ** above level 0. On December 2 of this year, once 7A magnitude 4 earthquake struck the southeastern Philippines again, with 955 aftershocks as of 4 p.m. on December 3, wreaking havoc on the area.
This time** resulted in 4 injuries and 1 death in the Philippines. The Chinese Consulate General in Davao, Philippines, responded quickly, saying that although the earthquake was felt in various parts of the consular district, it has not received any news that any Chinese citizens were injured in this **. This shows that China has a high degree of concern and responsibility for its overseas citizens.
A few months ago, the Philippines asked China for fertilizer assistance, and China responded quickly by donating 20,000 tons of fertilizer to the Philippines. This fully demonstrates the friendly relations between the two countries and China's sense of international responsibility. But after this time, whether the Philippines will still ask China for assistance has become a question worth asking.
Recently, however, there has been a marked change in the Philippines' attitude toward the South China Sea issue. Marcos**, with the support of the United States, has frequently provoked China in the South China Sea, and even intensified it. Despite China's repeated warnings, the Philippines has persisted and refused to even tow it away.** In addition, the Philippines has conducted joint patrols with other countries in the South China Sea in an attempt to deter China. All these acts have seriously damaged the friendly relations between the two countries.
The Chinese side expresses strong dissatisfaction and opposition to such actions by the Philippines. Now that the Philippines has chosen to stand with the United States, it has become a big question whether China will still lend a helping hand in this time. Many voices believe that China should no longer pay for the "mistakes" of the Philippines, let alone become its "wronged leader". If Marcos** really thinks that his relationship with the United States is closer, then it is entirely possible to ask for American assistance and see if the United States will really provide him with gratuitous help.
At the same time, domestic problems in the Philippines are becoming increasingly prominent. Recently, a bomb attack on a university gymnasium in the Philippines killed four people and injured nearly 50 others. This incident has once again exposed the security risks in the Philippines. While dealing with external affairs, Marcos** must also pay close attention to domestic affairs to ensure the safety of people's lives and property.
China must think carefully when faced with the Philippines' request for help. Against the backdrop of ongoing tensions between the two countries, whether China will provide assistance again is not only an economic issue, but also a political one. Marcos, on the other hand, must also be more cautious in handling relations with China, and should not be fooled by the "sweet words" of the United States while ignoring friendly relations with China. After all, a true friend is one who is willing to lend a helping hand at a critical moment.