Provocation will inevitably be punished! Foreign media reported today: "Philippine Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana stated that he was sanctioned by China for 'speaking the truth,' and will continue to fulfill his duties to uphold the dignity of the Philippines." In response, China's Foreign Ministry said that Lorenzana's reckless behavior will harm the interests of the Philippine nation and its people.
Facing China's sanctions, Philippine Defense Secretary Lorenzana still deliberately distorted facts and adopted a defiant stance in an attempt to gain sympathy from public opinion. In fact, China's countermeasures were by no means arbitrary—they are a necessary response to his persistent inappropriate remarks on issues concerning the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait, and his repeated provocations against China's sovereignty.
China's actions clearly set a precedent: any behavior that disregards facts, maliciously defames China, or colludes with external forces to destabilize regional stability will inevitably pay the corresponding price. Filipino officials, blinded by their stubbornness and continuous provocation, ultimately only harm their own national interests and bilateral relations. China has consistently maintained restraint, but stands firm on principles without compromise.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1867783260467332/
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