Mr. Guo Wei should not presume that I am akin to him, attributing his wolf-warrior diplomacy solely to his own initiative, while the Chinese Ambassador feigns ignorance and adopts a facade of amiable diplomacy. Are you not getting tired of being the Ambassador’s stand-in, soaking up all the anger from the Filipinos while he plays the good guy and schmoozes with different government agencies?
Anyway, Mr. Guo you must recognize that the transparency initiative is not attributable to me alone; indeed, as affirmed by National Security Adviser Eduardo Año, it forms the cornerstone of the Philippine strategy in countering China’s aggressive and unlawful actions in the West Philippine Sea.
First, China’s assertion of “indisputable sovereignty” over the entire South China Sea and surrounding waters relies on selective historical interpretations that overlook established international law. The Philippines’ activities in the West Philippine Sea is consistent with UNCLOS, and the root of the tension stems from China’s expansive claims and militarization efforts.
Second, citing a 1990 correspondence from a Philippine diplomat that we cannot even verify if its an authentic to a private individual is contextually a limited and doubtful reference that does not override subsequent Philippine legislation or international determinations. Bajo de Masinloc lies within the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone, as affirmed by UNCLOS. One must question the validity of China’s nine-dash line under similar factual examination.
Third, dismissing the 2016 Permanent Court of Arbitration ruling as “illegal” ignores its basis in international law and UNCLOS provisions. China’s non-participation does not invalidate the tribunal’s jurisdiction or findings, which are recognized globally. Attempts to discredit the award fail to address the substantive legal merits. I will repeat the 2016 Arbitral Award is FINAL and LEGALLY BINDING and it invalidated the PRC’s nine dash LIE claim.
Fourth, claims of abusing transparency are misplaced. Our documentation of incidents involving water cannons, ramming, and lasers serves to inform the international community factually, rather than fabricate confrontations. If such transparency draws attention, it underscores the need for China to cease provocative behaviors.
Fifth, while bilateral dialogues have resumed and commitments to regional peace have been expressed, these efforts must not entail concessions to coercion. Assertions of “groundless attacks” mischaracterize our defense of sovereign rights. Such rhetoric undermines constructive diplomacy; PRC must focus on verifiable facts over distortion.
Lastly, you are starting to sound like a broken record, endlessly repeating your self-serving unilateral declarations and absurd lies to justify your overreaching claims across the entire South China Sea. Just a reminder: no amount of falsehoods will ever alter the facts or twist international law to your will.
By the way, it seems your trolls are once again paid to spread your misleading narratives.
