in the South China SeaSecond Thomas ReefChina and the Philippines have been in a sovereignty dispute. The Philippines deliberately ran aground in 1999 and wrecked, trying to establish a fait accompli of the actual occupation here. However, over the years due to seawater erosion, this ship brokeIt has long been dilapidated, and the Philippines has had to work hard to repair it, but each time it has been strongly blocked by China.
The reason why the Philippines dares to confront China is that it has the support of the United States. The United States has long used the South China Sea as a means of confronting and containing China, encouraging the Philippines and Vietnam to clash with China over disputes over the South China Sea. In order to support these two countries, the United States even used aircraft carriers, which were carried out in the South China SeaJoint military exercisesand to blame China internationally. Therefore, the South China Sea issue is actually also an issue between China and the United States.
However, in China inSecond Thomas ReefAfter the conflict, the Philippines shifted its tactics and tried to change it through strategic meansSecond Thomas ReefThe status quo. According to reliable sources, the Philippines plans to be inSecond Thomas Reefland reclamation and permanent structures are constructed. Although the detailed action plan has not yet been made public, the Philippines 2024State budgetThe allocation is already included, which is about $1.8 million. Although this amount may not fully realize the Philippine plan, judging by the amount, it can be guessed that the Philippines may be there firstSecond Thomas ReefReclamation was carried out, foundations were built above the sea, and facilities such as wharves and barracks were built in the subsequent phases.
There is no doubt that if the Philippine plan starts to be implemented, it will mean:Second Thomas ReefA fundamental change in nature, and this is an act that China cannot tolerate. China is likely to respond with tougher measures, such as the complete destruction of the PhilippinesSecond Thomas Reefof brokento solveSecond Thomas ReefThe question of sovereignty. The Philippine adventure offers China an opportunity to defend its rights and interests through legal means. For a long time, China has pursued the principle of shelving disputes and pursuing joint development, and resolving them without first using forceDisputes in the South China SeaIssue. However, the Philippines' land reclamation plan undoubtedly breaks this principle, so China has the right to take more forceful action.
However, the international situation is complex and volatile, and there are many variables, and there is still uncertainty about whether the Philippines' land reclamation plan can be implemented. In the face of such a situation, we need to maintain a high level of vigilance and closely follow the development of the situation. At the same time, we should actively seek the support and cooperation of the international community to maintain stability and peace in the South China Sea.
To sum up, the South China SeaSecond Thomas ReefChina's land reclamation plan could provoke a tough Chinese response. As China's self-editor, I believe that China will not back down in safeguarding its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests. The unbridled actions of the Philippines are more due to the support and instigation of the United States. However, this does not mean that China will sit idly by. China is likely to take more forceful measures to protect its territorial sovereignty and interests, including against the PhilippinesSecond Thomas Reefof land reclamation operations. It is hoped that the international community will pay close attention to this issue and promote the settlement of disputes through dialogue and negotiation in order to maintain stability and peace in the South China Sea.