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Philippines-China Tension: After China’s attacks in the South China Sea, the Philippines has prepared its further strategy. The President there, Bongbong Marcos, made it clear that his country will not answer China with bricks and stones. They will not deploy water cannon in the West Philippine Sea.
According to the report of the Philippine newspaper ‘Manila Times’, the President of the Philippines said – We will not respond to China’s attacks on Philippine ships. We will respond to such incidents through diplomatic means. According to Bongbong Marcos, “We are defending our rights and sovereignty in the West Philippines Sea. We have no intention of attacking anyone with water cannon or any other weapon.”
“Philippines will not look after China”
When asked whether China will be confronted by using water cannons from your side? The President there replied – We will not ignore the Chinese Coast Guards (in the context of the attack). This is not the mission of our Navy. Our Coast Guards do not want to start or escalate tension.
…So how will Philippines respond to the dragon?
Philippines Senator Jingoy Estrada has supported this decision of the President. He said, “Through retaliatory action, we will assert our rights through diplomatic means. We have been continuously protesting diplomatically against China’s aggression.” Meanwhile, the Philippines newspaper quoted the Coast Guard spokesperson there as saying that their country wants to expose China. He demands international condemnation on the actions of Beijing (the capital of China).
Recent tensions in the South China Sea between China and the Philippines have escalated over territorial claims and actions by the Chinese coast guard. In its provocative actions, China is carrying out actions like spraying water on Philippines ships, as well as carrying out sabotage near disputed areas like Scarborough Shoal. These confrontations have resulted in damage to Philippines ships and equipment, raising concerns of an escalating regional conflict.
In response to Chinese aggression, the Philippines has taken diplomatic measures to deal with the situation. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has refused to deploy water cannons to counter Chinese attacks. Instead, he has emphasized the country’s commitment to diplomatic solutions and de-escalation to avoid escalating tensions in the disputed region.
What did the President of the Philippines say?
Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said the Philippines would not deploy water cannon or any other offensive weapons in response to Chinese attacks in the South China Sea. President Marcos stressed that the mission of the Philippines Navy and Coast Guard is to reduce tensions in the region. He said the last thing the Philippines wanted was to escalate tensions in the disputed waters.
Additionally, the Philippines government has sought diplomatic support and condemnation for China’s aggressive behavior while aligning itself with international norms and laws. Expressing concern about China’s violations and escalating water cannon pressure, the Philippines has demonstrated its resolve to defend its rights and territorial claims through peaceful means.
international support
The recent encounters have drawn international attention and support for the Philippines’ stance. The United States has been a longtime ally of the Philippines. The US has reaffirmed its commitment to defend its ally against any attack, including in the disputed waters of the South China Sea. This American support has further strengthened the position of the Philippines.
