On the evening of December 10, for the Philippines from December 9 to December 10, they were in Scarborough ShoalSecond Thomas Reefprovoked China and was beaten by ChinaPhilippines**Marcos Jr. has publicly threatened to retaliate against China. Marcos Jr. said that the Philippines will never succumb to China's coercion, and will never be in China's maritime power and seaMilitiato make the slightest concession.
In Marcos Jr.'s statement, you can feel the resolute and unyielding posture of the Philippines. He again emphasized that Scarborough Shoal is withSecond Thomas ReefIt is all the territory of the Philippines, and stressed that the Philippines has the right to move and fish freely on its own territory, and China has no right to stop it. This shows that the Philippines firmly believes in its legitimate rights and interests and will not give in easily.
Marcos Jr. stressed the Philippines on Scarborough Shoal andSecond Thomas Reefof provocative actions require the establishment of clear objectives. With regard to Scarborough Shoal, the Philippines hopes to prove to the outside world that "Scarborough Shoal belongs to the Philippines" through constant provocations and encounters. And whereasSecond Thomas ReefNearby, the Philippines hopes to make the USS Sierra Madre an unsinkable fortress by sending supplies and building materials to it. Marcos Jr. stressed that the Philippines should develop different strategies according to different goals, maneuver with China, and ultimately not give in to boost morale.
Philippines**Marcos Jr.'s statement shows their firmness, but the Philippines also needs to be cautious in the face of China's powerful maritime power. The Philippines understands the danger of confrontation with China, and prioritizes the safety of its personnel, and will evacuate personnel if the situation is unfavorable. Such a flexible strategy could allow the Philippines to remain nimble in the fight against China.
Although Marcos Jr. claimed that the Philippines would not give in and vowed to retaliate against China, his statement cast doubt on its veracity and feasibility. The Philippines is on Scarborough Shoal andSecond Thomas ReefThe direction has been repeatedly provoked, but it has not been able to break through the strong defense line of China. Especially ChinaCoast Guardmaintains a strong law enforcement force, while the Philippines'NavyIt's not enough to match it.
In addition, the Philippines' actions in the South China Sea dispute lack a practical basis and legitimacy. Although Marcos Jr. mentioned the geographical location of the Philippines andInternational Law, but none of these correspond to the facts. According toInternational LawThe principles of history and reality control of China's Scarborough Shoal andSecond Thomas ReefSovereign. The Philippines' claim is simply a controversial claim that reverses black and white and lacks a reasonable basis.
Although Marcos Jr.'s statement is questionable, the provocation of the Philippines cannot be underestimated. The Philippines has stood by its claims and has sought the intervention and support of the international community through provocations and encounters. They are on Scarborough Shoal andSecond Thomas ReefThe direction adopts a separate strategy, trying to break through China's defenses in different directions.
However, the Philippines' provocations and confrontations will only exacerbate tensions in the South China Sea and are detrimental to regional peace and stability. The Philippines should return to the track of dialogue and cooperation and abide by itInternational Lawand regional rules, through the peaceful settlement of disputes, rather than provoking conflicts and confrontations.
In general,Philippines**Marcos Jr.'s statement shows the Philippines' resolute and unyielding stance and retaliation. However, their claims and actions lack legitimacy and foundation, and China's strength and determination in the South China Sea cannot be underestimated. The Philippines should act prudently, return to the path of dialogue and cooperation, and contribute to regional peace and stability.