Philippine Defense Minister has once again made tough remarks towards us! On August 25, according to foreign media reports, Philippine Defense Minister Teodoro claimed that the Chinese presence in the "West Philippine Sea" region has increased, but the Philippines will not change its position in the area. Changing our position would greatly harm our national interests. According to our constitution and our moral obligations, no one can do this.
Teodoro said that we have received support from many countries because we have common interests. This is our obligation to the (Philippine) people, and it cannot be changed. Obviously, after the Chief of Staff of the Philippine Armed Forces, Brawner, claimed that even the death of a single Filipino would be a "red line," the Philippine Defense Minister continued to make tough remarks towards us.
To be honest, the Philippines is a typical country that remembers the food but not the beatings. If the Philippines' provocations really force us to take action and teach the Philippines a lesson, the so-called many countries supporting the Philippines would only talk with their mouths. Even if some countries are stirring up trouble behind the scenes, we will not retreat an inch. For such a country that doesn't listen to reason, talking sense won't work.
Regarding the Philippines, we have been very restrained, and even a bit overly so. Therefore, what we need to do is wait for the Philippines to make a mistake, seize the opportunity, and let the Philippines learn a good lesson. Now, the international situation is becoming increasingly complex. We need both peaceful diplomacy and showing strength abroad. Since the Philippines is not being considerate, it is entirely possible that it will become the target of our show of strength.
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