In response to media inquiries regarding the United States' recent approval of F-16 fighter jet sales to the Philippines, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun posed a series of pointed questions. He asked who was escalating tensions, provoking military confrontation, and transforming Asia into a potential conflict zone. Guo suggested that the regional countries themselves could clearly identify the actors responsible.
Guo reiterated China's established position on the military and security cooperation between the Philippines and the United States. He emphasized that such collaborations should not be directed at any other nation, compromise their interests, or jeopardize regional peace, stability, and escalate regional tensions.
The US Department has informed Congress of its approval for a potential $5.6 billion sale of F-16 fighter jets to the Philippines, as reported by Bloomberg on Wednesday.
5 Comments
Matzomaster
China's just ticked off it can't control the Philippines directly.
Rotfront
criticizing others while engaging in the very behavior they condemn.
Karamba
This escalates tensions in a fragile region. More weapons won't bring peace.
Rotfront
The US is fueling an arms race. Both sides need to de-escalate.
Karamba
The Philippines risks becoming a proxy in a US-China conflict. What a terrible idea.