After the US ** ship carried out arrogant actions against Chinese mainland, the Philippines and Vietnam seem to have followed suit and began to provoke China. Recently, the Philippines conducted a supply airdrop operation, using a Cessna C-208B transport aircraft to airdrop supplies to the illegally moored ** "Sierra Madre". Although there is no problem with the supplies themselves, it is clearly a provocation to supply the supplies to the illegally moored **. In the past, China and the Philippines have held discussions on the South China Sea issue, and the Philippines has always been very steady and mild. We thought that the South China Sea issue would be properly resolved, but the Philippines' dual attitude has made things even more difficult. Now the Philippines has escalated, in flagrant reneging on its commitmentsSouth China Sea islands and reefscontradictions. However, it wasn't long before Vietnam joined the fray. They suddenly announced a call for the Paracels andNanshaBoth archipelago are sovereign, despite previous disputes with China. Vietnam wants to take advantage of the momentum of the United States and Japan to reap some benefits. After four days of silence, the Chinese side finally responded. At the regular press conference,SpeakersWang Wenbin emphasized three aspects: historical and legal evidence to prove XishaNanshais the territory of China; China was the first to discover, name, develop and have sovereignty; China opposes any illegal claims to China's territory and will firmly safeguard its sovereignty. In the face of differences, China is willing to resolve them through consultations, but will not tolerate other countries exacerbating contradictions that lead to the expansion of differences. This is China's position and bottom line. If other countries are willing to resolve the issue amicably, China is also willing to negotiate. But if the other side crosses the line, China will take a resolute attitude to retaliate.
The Philippines decided to airdrop supplies to the illegally moored **, and although the supplies were ordinary supplies, this action caused controversy. On the surface, this airdrop operation seems to be to help the trapped **. However, at a deeper level, the Philippine military's move is actually provoking China. The Philippines has shown a steady and moderate attitude on the South China Sea issue and has held a series of discussions with China. We thought the problem would be properly resolved, but the Philippines changed its position without warning and played double standards. The Philippines has flagrantly violated its commitments and provoked disputes in the South China Sea, which have intensifiedSouth China Sea islands and reefsdisputes. This act by the Philippines is a breach of trust and disrespect to China, which not only complicates the situation, but also sets a false example for other countries.
At the time when Vietnam was creating trouble in the Philippines, it also made peace with Xisha ProvinceNanshaThe two archipelago have made claims to sovereignty. Vietnam has argued with China on issues many times before, but as the U.S. involvement has dwindled, Vietnam has not dared to continue to cause trouble. Now, taking advantage of the Philippines' intensification of the South China Sea issue, Vietnam is once again intervening in an attempt to leverage the momentum of the United States and the Philippines to gain its own benefits. However, this behavior is unrealistic. Whether it is historical or legal basis, it proves that Xisha isNanshaIt belongs to China. China was the first country to discover, name and claim sovereignty over the archipelago. No matter what Vietnam claims, China will resolutely oppose any illegal claims to Chinese territory. Vietnam's action is just an attempt to take advantage of the opportunity to reap some benefits, but it is hereInternational Lawand vulnerable in the face of facts.
After the storm in the Philippines and Vietnam, China chose to remain silent for four days. This silence is not timidity, but is giving Fei Yue some time to think and reflect. Eventually, ChinaSpeakersWang Wenbin responded to the situation at a regular press conference. He emphasized China's position: Xisha IslandsNanshaIt is China's territory, which has a solid historical and legal basis to prove it; China was the first country to discover, name, develop, and have sovereignty; China opposes any illegal claims to China's territory and resolutely defends its sovereignty. The responses from these three sides are clear and firm, demonstrating China's position and bottom line on the South China Sea issue. China is willing to resolve differences through consultations, but does not tolerate other countries escalating differences by exacerbating contradictions. If other countries are willing to resolve the issue amicably, China is also willing to negotiate. But if the other side crosses the line, China will also take a resolute attitude to retaliate. Such a response not only demonstrates China's resolve, but also sends a clear message to the world: China will firmly defend its territorial sovereignty and will not be questioned by other countries.
In the current international situation, the provocative actions of the Philippines and Vietnam will only further exacerbate regional tensions and pose a threat to regional stability and peace. The international community should distinguish between right and wrong and refrain from giving any support to such provocations. The resolution of the South China Sea issue requires the joint efforts of all parties to resolve differences through dialogue and consultation and ensure regional peace and stability. In addition, as a responsible country, while safeguarding its territorial sovereignty, China has also actively promoted win-win cooperation, strengthened communication and cooperation with neighboring countries, and promoted regional development and prosperity. It is hoped that all parties will face the South China Sea issue in a rational and calm manner and jointly safeguard regional peace and security. Only in this way can we usher in a more stable and prosperous future.