Did you know that the situation in the Asia-Pacific region has been getting more and more tense lately? The "Aukus" alliance is the small group set up by the United States, Britain and Australia, and now several countries want to join.
South Korea, New Zealand, and Canada are all waiting in line. This is not an easy matter, especially since South Korea, once it joins, it will really be a time bomb on our doorstep.
Think about it, the nuclear submarines promised by the United States and Britain to Australia are not a joke. For the first time in their history, Australia got a nuclear submarine.
Moreover, although it is still early for Australia to get nuclear submarines, it will not be until 2032, but this matter has already made the surrounding countries uneasy.
Speaking of China's reaction, Wu Qian, a spokesman for China's Ministry of National Defense, has made it clear that China firmly opposes such exclusive "small circles".
This is not only because the expansion of the "AUKUS" may threaten regional security, but also because such a military alliance may intensify confrontation and undermine peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region.
However, China is not just talking about it. Recently, China's new aircraft carrier, the Fujian, began sea trials, which is a big move.
This means that the strength of the Chinese Navy has reached a new level. Moreover, the PLA's military training in the East China Sea also demonstrates China's determination to safeguard national sovereignty and regional peace and stability.
Let's talk about the movement of the "Aukus" alliance. The United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia are three countries that cooperate more than just militarily.
Together, they will develop emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence and quantum technology. This is not a small fight, it is to have an advantage in the field of science and technology.
But can such an alliance really bring security to the region? I don't think so. Historically, such military alliances have often ended up exacerbating tensions. Just like NATO and the Warsaw Pact during the Cold War, the two major military blocs confronted each other, and the world was hanging with one heart.
Moreover, the existence of such an alliance is not good news for other countries in the region. Just like New Zealand and Canada, although they have shown their willingness to join "Aukus", there may also be their helplessness and concerns behind this.
After all, no one wants to be left out of the equation and face possible security threats.
Let's take a look at China's attitude. China has always emphasized peaceful development and win-win cooperation. China's military budget, while growing, is still far from that of the United States, according to data from China's Ministry of National Defense.
China's defense budget for 2024 is about $132.9 billion, while the U.S. defense budget is almost $800 billion. What does this mean? It shows that while safeguarding national security, China is not as reckless as the United States is to use force.
Take, for example, China's military training in the East China Sea, which is a normal military activity within the limits of international law. This is completely different from the so-called "freedom of navigation" operation conducted by the United States in the South China Sea.
The actions of the United States often have a strong military deterrent color, while China's training is more about safeguarding its sovereignty and security.
In the final analysis, peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region require the joint efforts of all countries in the region. Any attempt to create a small circle and an exclusive alliance here will only undermine regional stability and harm the common interests of all countries in the end.
The Asia-Pacific region should be a place for win-win cooperation among countries, rather than a chessboard for great powers.
So, we really need to be vigilant about the expansion of the "Aukus" alliance. This does not bode well. The future of the Asia-Pacific region should be open, inclusive, and cooperative, rather than being held hostage by the selfish interests of certain countries.
After all, peace and development are the last word, and any act that goes against the tide will eventually be difficult to resist the torrent of historical progress. Our friends in the Asia-Pacific region need to keep our eyes open and see clearly who is the real peacekeeper and who is stirring up the storm.