China reminded of US defense treaty after attacking Philippine vessels.
The U.S. State Department Pledges Ongoing Support for the Philippines After Chinese Ships Ram Incident
The U.S. State Department has reaffirmed its commitment to the Philippines following a recent incident in which Chinese ships collided with Philippine vessels in disputed waters of the South China Sea. In a news release, the State Department emphasized the mutual defense treaty between the U.S. and the Philippines, stating that the United States stands with its Philippine allies against the dangerous and unlawful actions of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) Coast Guard and maritime militia.
Violations of International Law
The PRC Coast Guard and maritime militia intentionally interfered with a Philippine resupply mission, violating international law by conducting dangerous maneuvers that resulted in collisions with Philippine ships. These actions obstructed the exercise of high seas freedom of navigation by the Philippine vessels.
The incident took place near Second Thomas Shoal in the Spratly Islands, involving Chinese and Philippine coast guard ships, as well as a supply ship operated by the Philippine military. The Chinese military has been attempting to isolate a Philippine military outpost at Second Thomas Shoal.
While China claimed that the Philippine ships trespassed into Chinese waters, the State Department emphasized that Second Thomas Shoal is well within the Philippine exclusive economic zone and on the Philippine continental shelf, as confirmed by an international tribunal’s decision in 2016.
Provocative Actions by China
The recent incident is just one example of China’s provocative measures in the South China Sea to enforce its expansive and unlawful maritime claims, according to the State Department.
The State Department also reiterated that the U.S.-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty extends to armed attacks on Philippine armed forces, public vessels, and aircraft in the South China Sea.
While U.S. influence in Southeast Asia has declined in recent years, the Philippines and Singapore remain strong areas of influence for the United States, according to the Lowy Institute.
Given the challenges faced by the Biden administration and the nation’s declining strength, some U.S. allies may be questioning the extent of U.S. support. However, the State Department’s commitment to the Philippines remains steadfast.
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What steps will the U.S. State Department take to ensure the safety and well-being of Philippine ships in the South China Sea following the recent incident?
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The recent incident involving Chinese ships ramming into Philippine vessels in the South China Sea is a clear violation of international law. The deliberate interference by the People’s Republic of China Coast Guard and maritime militia has endangered the safety of Philippine ships and obstructed their freedom of navigation.
The United States, as a friend and ally of the Philippines, stands firmly with the Philippine government in condemning these dangerous and unlawful actions. Our mutual defense treaty with the Philippines reaffirms our commitment to their security and well-being, and we will continue to provide ongoing support.
The incident took place near Second Thomas Shoal in the Spratly Islands, an area where China has been attempting to isolate Philippine military outposts. However, it is important to note that Second Thomas Shoal is well within the Philippine exclusive economic zone and on their continental shelf, as confirmed by an international tribunal’s decision in 2016. China’s claim that the Philippine ships trespassed into their waters is baseless and contrary to international law.
This incident is not an isolated case but rather part of a pattern of provocative actions by China in the South China Sea. China’s assertiveness in enforcing its expansive and unlawful maritime claims poses a threat to regional stability and undermines the rule-based international order.
The U.S.-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty extends to armed attacks on Philippine armed forces, public vessels, and aircraft in the South China Sea. This treaty underscores our commitment to the security and sovereignty of the Philippines in the face of any hostile actions.
While U.S. influence may have declined in Southeast Asia in recent years, countries like the Philippines and Singapore remain strong areas of influence for the United States. We understand that some allies may have concerns about the extent of U.S. support given the challenges faced by the Biden administration and the nation’s declining strength. However, rest assured that our commitment to the Philippines remains steadfast.
In conclusion, the U.S. State Department pledges ongoing support for the Philippines in the aftermath of the recent Chinese ship ramming incident. We condemn the dangerous and unlawful actions of the People’s Republic of China and stand ready to assist the Philippines in upholding international law and ensuring regional peace and stability.
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