# How to view the Philippine provocation at Second Thomas Shoal#
Recently, a conflict involving Scarborough Shoal on the mainland and the Philippines has aroused widespread public concern. However, in this seemingly complex dispute, how can we reveal the truth behind it through facts and laws? This article will provide an in-depth analysis of the conflict, interpret the actions of both sides from the perspective of international law, and explain how the Chinese coast guard effectively deterred and finally caused the Philippines to withdraw its troops in disgrace.
Let's take a look at the geographical location of Scarborough Shoal and its place under international law. Scarborough Shoal, located in the Zhongsha Islands in the South China Sea, has been China's territory since ancient times. According to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, islands have maritime rights and interests such as a 12-nautical-mile territorial sea, a 200-nautical-mile exclusive economic zone, and a continental shelf. Therefore, the mainland has indisputable sovereignty within this sea area.
Next, let's take a look at the causes of this conflict. It has been reported that the Philippine organization's unilateral declaration of success was an attempt to "storm Scarborough Shoal" by deceiving and abducting them. However, this act is a clear violation of the principles of international law, in particular the provisions of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea on the territorial sea and the exclusive economic zone.
In the face of this provocation, the Chinese coast guard acted quickly and demonstrated a strong deterrent. They strictly abide by international law and domestic law and resolutely safeguard the mainland's territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests. Eventually, under the strong deterrence of the Chinese coast guard, the Philippines had to withdraw its illegal actions.
The impact of this conflict is far-reaching. For China, it once again proves the firm determination and ability of the China Coast Guard to safeguard national sovereignty and maritime rights and interests. At the same time, it also reminds us that it is the responsibility and obligation of every citizen to protect territorial integrity and safeguard maritime rights and interests.
The Scarborough Shoal conflict has revealed the true face of the Philippines' attempt to infringe on the mainland's territorial sovereignty by "deceiving and abducting." The actions of the China Coast Guard fully demonstrate the mainland's determination and ability to safeguard national sovereignty and maritime rights and interests. We hope that more readers will learn about the real situation of the Scarborough Shoal conflict through this article, enhance their awareness of national sovereignty, and arouse their enthusiasm and determination to safeguard the territorial integrity of the mainland and protect the mainland's maritime rights and interests.