ChinaCoast GuardRecently in the PhilippinesSecond Thomas ReefThe performance is wrapped but not hit, induced but not provoked. This approach has led many to question why China doesn't just put itSecond Thomas ReefWhat about towing or dismantling on a broken ship? This article will discuss the strategic intentions of the Philippines, the protection of resources in the South China Sea andGeopoliticsThe three aspects of factors are analyzed to explain the reasons why China chooses to maintain the status quo.
1. Strategic exploration and fire reconnaissance in the Philippines
The Philippines is inSecond Thomas ReefOne of the main reasons for beaching was to conduct strategic probing and fire reconnaissance. Second Thomas ReefLocated at the entrance to Reed Bank in the South China Sea, which has huge oil reserves. The Philippines may be through continued encroachmentSecond Thomas Reefto test China's bottom line in the South China Sea and see if it will relax its control over its sovereignty over islands and reefs. In addition, the Philippines wants to expand its influence on the eastern shipping lanes of the South China Sea by controlling the islands and reefs next to key shipping lanes.
2. Considerations for the protection of resources in the South China Sea
The South China Sea is a lifeline for East and Southeast Asian countries, involving energy and **, and also has a significant impact on the global market. China's stability maintenance operations are aimed at avoiding conflict and maintaining stability and security in the South China Sea. IfSecond Thomas Reeftriggering conflict and increasing international involvement, could resultThe situation in the South China SeaOut of control, ** to China, energy and foreign investment as wellThe situation in the Taiwan Straitwill have a negative impact. As a result, China has chosen to remain relatively calm and avoid further escalation in the South China Sea.
3. Highly complex and sensitive geopolitical factors
China's measures to maintain the status quo are also taken into accountGeopoliticsFactor. The Philippines has used the South China Sea issue to improve its position in ASEAN while diverting its long-standing domestic presencePoliticsContradiction. The Philippines hopes to use the support of the United States to enhance its own value and challenge China through the South China Sea issue. However, China has wisely opted for a strategy of not rushing and waiting for developments with greater patience. For China, maintaining the status quo can demonstrate its sincerity, goodwill, ability, strong will, and legal basis for resolving complex maritime disputes. This technique is similar to the best way of traditional Chinese medicine, which solves the problem through deep structural adjustment, and can avoid similar contradictions from happening again after the adjustment is completed.
ChinaCoast GuardThe choice of encompassing but not attacking and inducing but not inducing has had several positive effects on the South China Sea issue.
1. Demonstrate China's capabilities and bottom line in resolving complex disputes
China's status quo approach demonstrates to the world China's capabilities and bottom line in resolving complex maritime disputes. By putting on a posture of delaying change, China has demonstrated its sincerity and goodwill, and at the same time demonstrated its firm will with legal evidence. This gesture has heightened tension in the Philippines and conveyed to the international community China's determination and self-confidence in the South China Sea.
2. Prevent the situation from getting out of control and maintain stability and security in the South China Sea
China's grasp and decision-making were avoidedThe situation in the South China SeaThe risk of getting out of control. The South China Sea is an important shipping route, involving energy and **, and relevant countries have common needs for stability and security in the South China Sea. China's calm and stability maintenance actions have maintained stability in the South China Sea and prevented the situation from becoming unresolvedSecond Thomas ReefThe controversy escalated.
3. Maintain regional peace and stability and promote Asian cooperation
China's efforts to maintain the status quo will help maintain peace and stability in the region and create a favorable atmosphere for cooperation among Asian countries. As the foundation of China's diplomacy, ASEAN is crucial to China's regional cooperation. Therefore, China's maintenance of the status quo is conducive to maintaining relations and stability with ASEAN.
Generally speaking, China's choice to include but not fight, and induce but not provoke, is based on comprehensive considerations, which fully demonstrates that China is solving the problemDisputes in the South China Seaand avoided further escalation of the South China Sea issue and maintained regional stability. This practice is complexGeopoliticsThe background shows China's wisdom and strategy, which will help to finally resolve the South China Sea issue.