On May 19, 2024, the "100 Ships Rushing to Scarborough Shoal" event planned by the Philippines has attracted widespread attention around the world. However, the seemingly arrogant operation ended in an embarrassing result, and the Chinese coast guard demonstrated a strong deterrent effect. It is worth mentioning that the failure of the US aircraft carrier to provide the necessary support to the Philippines has triggered a readjustment of Philippine foreign policy.
Originally, the Philippines was pinning its hopes on US assistance, but it did not expect the US to withdraw at a critical moment, which caught the Philippine side by surprise. In fact, behind this event, it is inseparable from the behind-the-scenes manipulation of non-governmental organizations supported by US funds. The Philippines had expected the United States to go all out, but in the end it found itself isolated.
This incident once again highlights the fact that the United States often disappoints its allies internationally. The Philippines should learn from this experience and take a more prudent approach to international affairs. After all, allies are, after all, only pursuers of their own interests, and cannot pin all their hopes on external forces.
The issue of Scarborough Shoal involves a dispute over China's territorial sovereignty, which is a sensitive and complex issue. Therefore, in resolving this dispute, the Philippines should remain calm and restrained, and actively adopt a peaceful approach to dialogue and negotiation.
The Philippine side should think carefully and realize that only through fair and just negotiations can the dispute be resolved peacefully and in an all-round way.
In summary, the Philippines' planned "100 ships storming Scarborough Shoal" ended in embarrassment, the Chinese coast guard showed strong deterrence, and the U.S. withdrawal also triggered a foreign policy adjustment in the Philippines. Therefore, the Philippines needs to learn its lessons, respond prudently to international affairs, and promote the resolution of territorial disputes through peaceful dialogue. Only by relying on a peaceful and pragmatic approach can it be possible to achieve a win-win situation for both parties.