The only way the issue on ownership of the Scarborough shoal can be resolved according to the Chinese government is for the Filipinos to surrender their sovereignty over it.
This is the pronouncement made by Hong Lei, a high ranking official of the Chinese Foreign Ministry. This is contrary to the pronouncement made by the Philippine government thru Foreign Affairs secretary Alberto del Rosario who said that both sides have begun talking. Yes, they are talking but China remains firm in its claim while the Philippines shows a rather pliant stance when it comes to this issue.
Imagine, sending an unofficial representative to Beijing to offer the Chinese government a joint exploration project in Recto Bank?
In a Manila Times report today, Lei outlines three requirements which China gave to the Philippine government.
Hong laid out China’s “three requirements” for the Philippines:
(1) That Chinese vessels in the waters of the South China Sea near and at Panatag (which is
Huangyan Islands to the People’s Republic) should not be disrupted from carrying out their duties.
(2) That Chinese fishermen and their boats should not be interrupted in their activities.
(3) That Philippine government vessels must withdraw from the area.
Lei even asked the Philippine journalists who covered them to communicate to the Philippine government that China wants the Philippines to respect its sovereignty over Scarborough Shoal.
So there.
Though China denies it is preparing its naval forces for a showdown with Philippine forces, its actions indicate otherwise.
The Philippine government should be ready. Like what Senate president Juan Ponce Enrile advised President Aquino, the Philippine government should already increase its armaments to prepare itself for an eventual showdown in the event, diplomacy fails.
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Sunday, May 13, 2012
Friday, May 11, 2012
Anti-Chinese government rally in Philippines shows True Filipino Unity Against Imperialism
This day is both historic and significant. May 11, 2012 will be one of the most important watersheds in Philippine history for one thing alone--we have re-discovered the Katipunan within us.
While hundreds of Filipinos protested against the Chinese government's actions in the Spratlys, it also shows how politically mature we have become as a people. That peaceful action against the Sino government in Beijing shows clearly what we really want to express before the world--that we are opposing the imperialistic actions of the Sino government because it harms or puts in harm's way other countries in the region.
China's overreaction when it issued an advisory to its citizens staying here in the Philippines to stay indoors shows China's insecurity and immaturity.
Probably, the Chinese government fears that riots would explode in the capital against Chinese residents and tourists here. IN other countries in Asia and in another time, yes, riots broke out against the Chinese because of perceptions that the Chinese have gained significant economic wealth and advancement than others. The 1969 riot in Malaysia is one such incident.
In the Philippines, there is no such thing and there will never be such a thing. Filipinos are militating against actions by the Chinese government, not by the Chinese people. We are not even angry at their government. What we are militating against is their imperialist ambitions in the region, which truly places regional security under great risk.
The Chinese people and the Filipino people both share a great historical legacy. When the Filipinos launched their revolution against Spanish power, the Chinese were there, as allies and as warriors. When the Chinese militated against their own government, the Filipinos were likewise there, by their side.
The Chinese people and the Filipino people share the same heart, the same goal, the same vision and mission--to create change in their respective societies. This explains why the 1949 Chinese Revolution remains an inspiration to hundreds if not thousands of Filipino ideologues and idealists.
It pains us, Filipinos, that China is now threatening us and even considers us an enemy. Filipino-Sino ties have existed for centuries. It remains strong because both peoples respect each other. Without respect, nothing good emanates from it.
The Chinese government must exercise restraint and show respect to its neighbours. If China wants to be the foremost leader in the region, it must show respect towards its neighbours. Leadership and power comes from respect, not from fear. We all know what happened to imperialist and totalitarian leaders--history destroyed them.
IN the modern age, leadership does not proceed from the barrel of the gun but from the virtue of benevolence.
While hundreds of Filipinos protested against the Chinese government's actions in the Spratlys, it also shows how politically mature we have become as a people. That peaceful action against the Sino government in Beijing shows clearly what we really want to express before the world--that we are opposing the imperialistic actions of the Sino government because it harms or puts in harm's way other countries in the region.
China's overreaction when it issued an advisory to its citizens staying here in the Philippines to stay indoors shows China's insecurity and immaturity.
Probably, the Chinese government fears that riots would explode in the capital against Chinese residents and tourists here. IN other countries in Asia and in another time, yes, riots broke out against the Chinese because of perceptions that the Chinese have gained significant economic wealth and advancement than others. The 1969 riot in Malaysia is one such incident.
In the Philippines, there is no such thing and there will never be such a thing. Filipinos are militating against actions by the Chinese government, not by the Chinese people. We are not even angry at their government. What we are militating against is their imperialist ambitions in the region, which truly places regional security under great risk.
The Chinese people and the Filipino people both share a great historical legacy. When the Filipinos launched their revolution against Spanish power, the Chinese were there, as allies and as warriors. When the Chinese militated against their own government, the Filipinos were likewise there, by their side.
The Chinese people and the Filipino people share the same heart, the same goal, the same vision and mission--to create change in their respective societies. This explains why the 1949 Chinese Revolution remains an inspiration to hundreds if not thousands of Filipino ideologues and idealists.
It pains us, Filipinos, that China is now threatening us and even considers us an enemy. Filipino-Sino ties have existed for centuries. It remains strong because both peoples respect each other. Without respect, nothing good emanates from it.
The Chinese government must exercise restraint and show respect to its neighbours. If China wants to be the foremost leader in the region, it must show respect towards its neighbours. Leadership and power comes from respect, not from fear. We all know what happened to imperialist and totalitarian leaders--history destroyed them.
IN the modern age, leadership does not proceed from the barrel of the gun but from the virtue of benevolence.
Thousands of Filipinos to rally against China today
Thousands of Filipinos are expected to converge infront of the Chinese embassy today in what is billed as the biggest demonstration of Filipino views against Chinese actions in Scarborough Shoal. A Filipino-Chinese will lead the demonstration, which is being supported by several civil society groups.
I hate to say this, but this is wrong for three (3) reasons: one, this will add more tension to the already worsening Sino-RP relations. Both governments are now trying to resolve the impasse at Scarborough. Second, an involvement of citizens at this point will trigger numerous rallies throughout the world against Filipinos. Expect a retaliation from Sinos in countries where they dominate. Lastly, this will further embolden China to make unwise decisions in relation to Spratlys.
I just cannot blame my fellow Filipinos though. China continues to increase its military presence in the area. The tough stance taken by China in this issue endangered negotiations. The Philippines wants third party mediation which China rejected.
China's tough stance is expected since it is now encountering internal problems. There is a power struggle between the old guards and the new leaders within the Communist Party. There are two sides in the struggle: one, the Socialist side which thinks of further continuing China's progress without sacrificing political power and the other side, which believes in further opening the economy to capital and strengthening China's leadership in the region. Whoever wins in the struggle will affect or dictate the policy direction regarding the Spratlys.
Really, it is not in the best interest of China to continue this tough stance. For one, the reason why it continues to flourish economically is the fact that everything in Asia is stable. This is the only region in the world where there is no serious political tensions. This explains why there is a free flow of trade within the Asia-Pacific region because foreign investments are safely tucked. There is no volatility in the markets.
A "small-scale" war as suggested by the Youth chapter of the Chinese Communist Party is uncalled for. A disruption of the peace in Spratlys will attract mischief throughout the region. China is right now, miscalculating its chances in a "small-scale war".
Remember that we Filipinos are the best urban guerilla fighters in the world. If China attacks us, we will retaliate with terror.
At best, China will only deploy ten percent of its million man army. In a hand-to-hand combat, the Chinese reds will surely suffer defeat from the Armed Forces of the Philippines. What the Chinese don't know is that we have a thousand Manny Pacquiaos in our midst.
If China attacks our urban centers, remember there are thousands of Filipinos with small arms. Surely, urban guerilla tactics will be employed against the Chinese--both in areas where they attack us and in their homeland.
Filipinos will surely hit China where it hurts the most--their industries.
However, let it be said that this is not the way which we want this issue resolved. China's leaders must recognize that neo-imperialism is not the way to go. China must develop its Socialist economy towards Communism--the highest ideal. In Socialism, imperialism is not a necessary stage for development.
I hate to say this, but this is wrong for three (3) reasons: one, this will add more tension to the already worsening Sino-RP relations. Both governments are now trying to resolve the impasse at Scarborough. Second, an involvement of citizens at this point will trigger numerous rallies throughout the world against Filipinos. Expect a retaliation from Sinos in countries where they dominate. Lastly, this will further embolden China to make unwise decisions in relation to Spratlys.
I just cannot blame my fellow Filipinos though. China continues to increase its military presence in the area. The tough stance taken by China in this issue endangered negotiations. The Philippines wants third party mediation which China rejected.
China's tough stance is expected since it is now encountering internal problems. There is a power struggle between the old guards and the new leaders within the Communist Party. There are two sides in the struggle: one, the Socialist side which thinks of further continuing China's progress without sacrificing political power and the other side, which believes in further opening the economy to capital and strengthening China's leadership in the region. Whoever wins in the struggle will affect or dictate the policy direction regarding the Spratlys.
Really, it is not in the best interest of China to continue this tough stance. For one, the reason why it continues to flourish economically is the fact that everything in Asia is stable. This is the only region in the world where there is no serious political tensions. This explains why there is a free flow of trade within the Asia-Pacific region because foreign investments are safely tucked. There is no volatility in the markets.
A "small-scale" war as suggested by the Youth chapter of the Chinese Communist Party is uncalled for. A disruption of the peace in Spratlys will attract mischief throughout the region. China is right now, miscalculating its chances in a "small-scale war".
Remember that we Filipinos are the best urban guerilla fighters in the world. If China attacks us, we will retaliate with terror.
At best, China will only deploy ten percent of its million man army. In a hand-to-hand combat, the Chinese reds will surely suffer defeat from the Armed Forces of the Philippines. What the Chinese don't know is that we have a thousand Manny Pacquiaos in our midst.
If China attacks our urban centers, remember there are thousands of Filipinos with small arms. Surely, urban guerilla tactics will be employed against the Chinese--both in areas where they attack us and in their homeland.
Filipinos will surely hit China where it hurts the most--their industries.
However, let it be said that this is not the way which we want this issue resolved. China's leaders must recognize that neo-imperialism is not the way to go. China must develop its Socialist economy towards Communism--the highest ideal. In Socialism, imperialism is not a necessary stage for development.
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