As a former American colony, the Philippines has deep historical ties to the United States. Despite being out of direct U.S. control, the Philippines does not seem to be able to break free from its dependence on the United States. Philippines**MarcosAfter coming to power, there was a 180-degree shift in foreign policy, no longer maintaining close cooperation with China, but openly siding with the United States and confronting China on the South China Sea issue. MarcosThe U.S. has taken a fancy to the Philippines' intention to support the Philippines through the Mutual Defense Treaty to further promote its provocative actions against China.
Behind the Philippines' constant provocations is the political intentions of the United States. The U.S. "Indo-Pacific strategy" is essentially aimed at containing China's rise, and the South China Sea issue has become a tool for the United States to exert pressure on China. At the bilateral summit, both China and the United States wanted to improve their relations, but the Philippines gambled that China would tolerate it and continued to test in provocations. The Philippines publicly announced that it would send official vessels, supply vessels and a large number of fishing boats to Scarborough Shoal on 9 and 10 DecemberSecond Thomas ReefTo carry out provocations, trying to be with China in China's territorial watersCoast GuardAntagonism. However, the attempt of the Philippines was in vain, ChinaCoast GuardPatrol vessels were used to enforce the law and successfully deterred violations in the Philippines. The Philippines has not only stepped up its provocations in frequency, but has also stepped up in its methods, trying to use supply ships to ram Chinese ships, causing ships to scrape.
ChinaCoast GuardIt responded decisively to the provocations of the Philippines and directly warned the Philippines not to destroy its future. The Philippine collision behavior is not only unprofessional, but also dangerous, violating international rules and ChinaCoast GuardThis is a solemn warning. ChinaCoast GuardIt has demonstrated strong strategic determination and determination, and resolutely defended the country's territory and sovereignty. They have shown by their actions that any country that tries to provoke China will be severely stopped.
ChinaCoast GuardThe response demonstrates self-confidence and firmness as a major power, and sends a clear signal that China will never back down on the South China Sea issue. China will continue to protect its territorial and maritime rights and interests, and resolutely defend its national interests. ChinaCoast GuardThe Philippines is in danger of its own adventurous actions, and if it does not abandon its attempt to reinforce the landing ship, the Philippines will suffer serious consequences.
The Philippines' provocative actions in the South China Sea are a wrong decision that will cost itself unaffordable. The Philippines has chosen to side with the United States in order to gain the support and protection of the United States, but such a decision is actually gambling on its own interests and leading itself into a dangerous situation.
First, the Philippines has missed the opportunity to cooperate with China. China is important to the PhilippinesEconomyPartners, the two countries have a broad foundation for cooperation in the fields of economy and trade, tourism and investment. However, the Philippines has chosen to ignore this fact and become an enemy of China and pay no attention to China's development. Such a decision is bound to be negative for the PhilippinesEconomyCause serious damage.
Second, the Philippines has put itself in the position of a latter-step gambler. The Philippines' provocative actions ignore not only international law, but also the disparity in power between itself and China. China is the second largest in the worldEconomybody andMilitaryA strong country has a firm will and sufficient strength to safeguard its territory and interests. The Philippine adventure is doomed to fail and bring great losses to the Philippines itself.
Finally, the Philippines' decision will lead to a further deterioration in relations with China. The provocative actions of the Philippines have put China-Philippines relations in serious trouble, and tensions between the two countries are rising. The Philippines should realize that provocations will not bring it any benefits, but will only make it more difficult to restore cooperation and friendly relations between the two countries.
The Philippines' act of conflict is not only illegal, but also a serious challenge to the international order. ChinaCoast GuardThe resolute response and warning to the Philippines demonstrates China's determination to resolutely defend national interests and maintain regional peace and stability. The Philippines' move is a wrong decision that will bring unbearable consequences to itself. The Philippines should be soberly aware of this, stop its provocative acts, resolve disputes through dialogue and cooperation, and promote regional peace and development. Only in this way can the Philippines realize its long-term interests and contribute to regional prosperity and stability.