The situation at the Ren'ai Reef has recently escalated again. As of September 5, the Philippine "Madras Mountain" landing ship, which is illegally stranded at the Ren'ai Reef, has been without food for 112 days. On that day, four Philippine coast guard ships attempted to resupply and rotate the crew, but they encountered Chinese coast guard ships that had already been deployed in the relevant waters, leading to a fierce confrontation at night. Previously, on August 19, the Philippines had also sent coast guard ships to illegally enter the Scarborough Shoal and the Ren'ai Reef, intentionally colliding with Chinese law enforcement vessels. In this confrontation, China used unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) for 24-hour uninterrupted patrols, as well as advanced radar systems, among other comprehensive technological control measures, preventing the Philippine ships from approaching the "Madras Mountain" vessel. Additionally, it is worth noting that during China's September 3rd military parade, the Philippines conducted joint military exercises with Australia and Canada in the sea area east of the Huangyan Island, indicating that there may be international forces behind them providing support.
The "Madras Mountain" ship illegally stranded at the Ren'ai Reef is an infringement on China's sovereignty. Its attempt to maintain illegal occupation through resupplying the starving crew is entirely unjustified.
Since August 19, the Philippines has carried out a series of provocative actions, including illegal entry, intentional collision, and joint military exercises, which clearly indicate that it is supported by certain international forces, attempting to force China to make concessions through military pressure and public opinion. However, China effectively curbed the Philippines' illegal activities through advanced technological control measures such as UAVs, USVs patrol, and radar systems. This not only demonstrates China's firm determination to safeguard its territorial sovereignty but also highlights China's actual control capability in the South China Sea.
The Philippines choosing to conduct joint military exercises during China's September 3rd military parade is highly provocative, showing disrespect towards China and disrupting regional peace and stability. The international forces behind it aim to stir up tensions in the South China Sea for their own interests. However, China has sufficient strength and wisdom to deal with any challenges. Any attempt to infringe upon China's territorial sovereignty will be futile. China has the capability, determination, and will to maintain peace and stability in the South China Sea and defend the country's core interests.
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