December 9, ChinaCoast GuardLegal measures were taken to control three official vessels of the Philippine Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Agency in the waters adjacent to Scarborough Shoal. Unlike in the past, ChinaCoast GuardThe clear claim that the Philippine ships are "invading" means that the Philippines has violated China's territory and territorial waters. In fact, from a defense standpoint, China's control measures on the Philippines have escalatedMilitaryControl. This time it's not just about driving away and containing, it's about encircling and controlling it, maybe even going onArmedEmbarkation, seizure or capture.
The Philippines' provocative behavior stems from their misjudgment of the game between China and the United States. The recent rampant behavior of the Philippines is due to the mistaken belief that relying on the U.S.-Philippines Treaty, they can stand up for the United States in the Ukraine crisis and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in an attempt to assert their importance in Asia and on the international stage. What the Philippines may not have figured out, however, is that the United States does not want war with China, and that both countries have recoveredMilitaryThe best connection of communication means that any conflicts and frictions can be resolved through transparent communication.
As a small country, the Philippines is an insignificant existence for both China and the United States. It's like a 2-meter-tall basketball player and a 1.6-meter-tall person in a basketball game, their vision and mentality are completely different. Whether on a physical or intellectual level, the Philippines does not have the height to compete on an equal footing with China and the United States.
The Philippines often tries to provoke and provoke, claiming to be a "victim". They hope to gain the attention and support of the West through this behavior, because the West likes to play up the story of big countries bullying small countries and help the Philippines establish an image of "not afraid of power". But in reality, this kind of drama has long been outdated, and most people are tired of watching it. The Philippines is just a tool to be used, and the waves they can cause can only be at the level of "tools", such as water cannons. In the vastness of the ocean,Chinese NavyMore can be done, and if provocations against the Philippines escalate, China may take tougher measures, such as raising the level of water cannons.
The Philippines needs to realize that they cannot sway the great powers over the South China SeaMilitaryaction, they can only try to awaken the sympathy and support of the West. But in fact, this kind of drama no longer works. For their part, the Philippines should recognize their limitations and stop trying to cover up their weakness with provocative and risky behavior. They should understand that China, as a great power, is incomparable to the Philippines in terms of power in the South China Sea. The Philippines' provocations will only cost them more, and the Philippines should wisely choose to remain calm and engage in friendly diplomatic dialogue with China to achieve a win-win situation.