Scarborough Shoal is located in the middle of the South China Sea and is an inherent territory of China. Recently, China decided to carry out the only entrance to Scarborough Shoal"Blockade"in response to frequent provocations by the Philippines. The move sparked concern and reaction from Marcos. This article will analyze China"Blockade"The background reasons for the entrance to Scarborough Shoal, how it was implemented, and the attitudes and reactions of both sides are aimed at the tensions in the South China Sea and their possible implications.
(1) Chinese"Blockade"Background
China decided to carry out the only entrance to Scarborough Shoal"Blockade", mainly in response to the Philippines' frequent provocations in the South China Sea. The Philippine side has repeatedly sent ships to intrude into the waters of Scarborough Shoal in an attempt to provoke the law enforcement actions of Chinese coast guard vessels, causing tensions. Faced with such a situation, China must take measures to protect its territory and rights and interests, hence the choice"Blockade"Scarborough Shoal entrance to curb the provocative actions of the Philippine side.
(2)"Blockade"of the implementation
China has erected a floating barrier at the only entrance to the Scarborough Shoal lagoon, a simple but effective measure that prevents Philippine official vessels from entering the area. Although this floating barrier cannot completely prevent the passage of small Filipino fishing boats, the Chinese side will pull up this one when Philippine official vessels approach"Blockade"It was intercepted with a floating ball chain, which effectively curbed the development momentum of the Philippine provocation.
Economic **" reported that the entrance to the lagoon of Scarborough Shoal"Blockade"The measures, implemented by China Coast Guard vessels, are aimed at tightening control over the area. This measure is not aimed at freedom of navigation, but at maintaining stability and security in the region. Against this backdrop, China's actions demonstrate its determination to maintain maritime order and resolutely defend its national territory. At the same time, China's"Blockade"The action also demonstrated the flexibility and effectiveness of its countermeasures, which effectively responded to the frequent provocations of the Philippines through simple and direct means.
A floating barrier, like an invisible barrier, silently guards the tranquility of Scarborough Shoal. When the clear water ripples, gently lapping against the barrier, as if telling a country's determination to hold on to its territory. This silent game is not only a contest of strength, but also a contest of will. In such a scenario, only rules, order, and respect can be the cornerstones of regional security and stability.
(1) China's attitude
Chinese spokesperson Mao Ning said at a regular press conference that Scarborough Shoal is China's inherent territory, and China has the right to take necessary measures to defend its territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests. "Blockade"The action is China's response to the Philippines' provocative actions and reflects China's firm position in the South China Sea and its determination to safeguard its sovereignty.
(2) Philippine attitude
Marcos Marcos, the Philippines, made a speech expressing concern about the activities of Chinese Navy and Coast Guard vessels near Scarborough Shoal. The Philippine side has tried to describe China's legitimate law enforcement actions as:"Out of bounds", in an attempt to create accusations against China in the international community. However, the hype of the Philippines cannot hide the fact that it has frequent provocations, and China has taken a tough attitude towards the Philippines and no longer has it"Habitually"Provocations by the Philippines.
Marcos**'s concerns about the activities of Chinese Navy and Coast Guard vessels near Scarborough Shoal are not unfounded, but the Philippine side has exaggerated and exaggerated the facts in an attempt to divert attention and blame China for the countermeasures. However, in the face of China's firm attitude and practical actions, the Philippines' rhetoric and behavior in the international community may be in an awkward position, and it will be difficult to gain support from multiple parties.
The escalation of tensions in the South China Sea is worrying, and the confrontation between China and the Philippines has brought new challenges to regional security. China"Blockade"The operation at the only entrance to Scarborough Shoal is aimed at responding to the provocative actions of the Philippines and safeguarding national territorial and maritime rights and interests. All parties need to remain rational and resolve differences through dialogue and consultation, so as to jointly maintain peace and stability in the South China Sea and achieve a win-win situation.