Recently, Japan's Defense Agency issued an announcement announcing that actual combat exercises would be carried out in this exclusive economic zone belonging to China, and unilaterally announced that any foreign ships were prohibited from entering the exercise area. This practice instantly ignited public anxiety and doubts, like a stone thrown into a calm lake, instantly rippled.
This move not only greatly reduces respect for international maritime laws, but also seriously provokes China's sovereignty; Undoubtedly, this is a direct challenge to China's maritime rights and interests, and it is also a serious disruption to the international social order. Against this background, many netizens have spoken out, calling this "exercise" the "July Seven Incident" in which Japan repeats history.
First, history repeats itself? The mystery of Japan's "exercises" and "sneak attacks"
In fact, Japan has a history of carrying out sneak attacks in the name of exercises. From the Sino-Japanese War to the 918 Incident and then to the 77 Incident, Japan has more than once carried out actual combat preparations in the name of exercises, thus launching surprise attacks. This kind of "drill first and then sneak attack" routine was repeatedly tried and tested in China at that time. Some have even speculated whether Japan's exercise is repeating history as another attempt to launch a sneak attack on China.
Today, however, China is no longer what it used to be. China's navy is already very powerful, with a total tonnage equivalent to five Japan Maritime Self-Defense Forces, and has domestic large aircraft carriers and domestic 10,000-ton destroyers. Both in quality and quantity, the Chinese Navy is second only to the US Navy. This, combined with the unity of the entire population, makes it impossible for any sneak attack to succeed.
Second, temptation or threat? Interpreting Japan's true intentions
So, is Japan's exercise really going to launch a sneak attack, or is it just a test? In this regard, most experts believe that despite the doubts raised by Japan's behavior, given the current international environment and China's great power, Japan's exercise is more of a test than a real threat.
In fact, Japan's move is more like an attempt to test China's response and response capabilities, as well as observe the attitude of the international community. Against this backdrop, China must remain on high alert against possible Japanese adventurous actions.
Third, it will never tolerate the fourth sneak attack, and China is fully prepared
However, regardless of Japan's intentions, China is ready for a comprehensive response. The strength of China's navy, the unity of the nation's people, and the international community's respect for maritime laws and regulations are all powerful umbrellas for China. Whether Japan dares to act rashly or not, China will resolutely defend its maritime rights and interests.
The voice of netizens represents the determination of the Chinese people, that is: there will be no fourth time! No matter how Japan "exercises" and how it probes, China will stick to its rights and interests and defend its homeland.
Fourth, the world should no longer have the drama of sneak attacks
Looking back at history, although Japan's "drill first and then sneak attack" once caused China deep pain, China now has enough strength and wisdom to prevent history from repeating itself. We firmly believe that Japan and any country should respect international laws and regulations, and respect the sovereignty and maritime rights and interests of every country. Any attempt to infringe upon the rights and interests of other countries through sneak attacks or other means should not occur in today's world. Therefore, whether Japan's exercise is a test or a threat, China is fully prepared and will never let the "fourth sneak attack" become a reality.