The South China Sea issue has attracted the world's attention, and it is even more unbelievable that the Philippines has so blatantly provoked the dispute. The Philippines has not only committed illegal acts at Ren'ai Jiao and Scarborough Shoal in China, but has also attempted to smuggle construction materials to strengthen the shipwreck, and has attacked Chinese border guards with force, all of which are major provocations to China's national sovereignty.
In doing so, the Philippines has sparked fierce repercussions not only in China but also internationally. Many people wonder why the Philippines is like this, and they are not afraid of Chinese retaliation. Do they know that China has the strength and will to defend its territorial sovereignty?
In fact, there are deeper reasons for the Philippines to do so. The South China Sea issue is not only a dispute between China and the Philippines, but also has a bearing on the interests and influence of various countries, especially the participation of foreign forces such as the United States, which has exacerbated the complexity and sensitivity of the South China Sea issue. The Philippines is merely a pawn in the hands of major powers like the United States, using the South China Sea as an excuse to threaten China's rule and power in an attempt to subvert the existing structure of the region.
The Philippines is blatantly provoking the South China Sea dispute, but in fact it is doing useless work. Instead of justifiable reasons and no basis, the Philippines has blatantly violated international law and international practice by denying China's historical and sovereignty over the South China Sea on the grounds of the "South China Sea Arbitration". With the support and intimidation of the United States, the Philippines has continuously sent ships and warplanes to the South China Sea to challenge China's land, sea and air defense forces, and has attempted to bring China's islands, islands and other territories under its control by military means.
China responded to the Philippine challenge in a measured and sensible manner. China has always pursued the principle of peaceful settlement of disputes in the South China Sea, and advocates a correct approach to the South China Sea issue through dialogue and consultation among relevant countries in accordance with international law, international practice, the Code of Conduct for Parties in the South China Sea and other relevant laws and regulations. China is also committed to peace and security in the South China Sea and works with countries in the region to jointly exploit the resources and potential of the South China Sea.
China's failure to respond violently to the Philippine challenge is not due to China's fear of war or its vulnerability, but it is well aware of the costs and consequences of the war. China does not want to make enemies with the Philippines for the sake of a few small islands and islands, thereby damaging the friendship between the two countries; We do not want to confront the United States and other major powers head-on on the South China Sea issue, resulting in regional and even global peace and stability. Nor does China want to harm its own people and nation at the expense of its own development and development for the sake of a war.
China has the self-confidence and strength to defend its territorial sovereignty, and it also has the wisdom and vision to take a peaceful approach to the South China Sea issue. China will not use force to solve the problem, but it will not be so easy to concede. China hopes that the Philippines will understand the situation, respect reality, refrain from stirring up trouble, return to the path of dialogue and consultation, and work with China and other countries in the region to contribute to peace and cooperation in the South China Sea.
This is a wise decision for China, and it is also a responsible move for China to the international community, as it is a wise choice for China to deal with the South China Sea issue.