2024-03-31 12:34:02
Beijing: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recently concluded his five-day visit to Singapore, Philippines and Malaysia from March 23 to 27. The most talked about among these was his tour to the Philippines. Jaishankar also met Philippines President Bonabong Marcos during this period. During the meeting itself, India openly supported the sovereignty of the Philippines in the South China Sea. China has suffered the most from this support of India. The Chinese Coast Guard is harassing Filipino boats every day. On several occasions they have splashed water on and rammed Filipino boats. In such a situation, China has spewed venom regarding India’s growing closeness with the Philippines. He has written that whatever India does, we are always ready to protect our territory regarding border disputes.
What did Global Times write about India?
Global Times, considered the mouthpiece of the Chinese Communist Party, has written, “Jaishankar’s visit to Singapore, Philippines and Malaysia is a result of slow growth in India’s relations with ASEAN countries due to various reasons. Jaishankar’s visit is purely for diplomatic purposes. India is not particularly enthusiastic about developing relations with the Philippines, which has very little bilateral trade and minimal bilateral investment. However, since India views China as a strategic rival, those countries are “It strengthens its motivation to engage with those who are in conflict with China, especially over territorial sovereignty disputes.”
India’s relations with Philippines become hotter
The Global Times further wrote, “After meeting with his Philippine counterpart in Manila this week, Jaishankar called for “firm adherence to the rules-based order” and expressed “India’s support to the Philippines in upholding its national sovereignty.” ” Confirmed. Jaishankar’s comments are nothing more than a one-sided attempt to cozy up to the Philippines, and he may not even believe his words. After all, India is trying to conform to the so-called rules-based order of neighboring countries. Jaishankar is just hoping that these “rules” will be effective for other countries, but not binding on India. This is typical double standards of the West.”
Global Times gave a hoot to India
Chinese media wrote, “India expects the Philippines to engage in long-term conflict with China in the South China Sea, deplete China’s strategic resources, tarnish China’s image in the international community, and divert China’s attention from India-related issues.” . This illusion will not succeed. Any action by China in the South China Sea will have no impact on maintaining adequate strategic vigilance in South Asia. Protecting border security and territorial integrity is the sacred and eternal mission that the Chinese military and people have always pursued. Keep in mind.”
Global Times said this on India’s support to Philippines
Global Times also said, “India’s so-called support to the Philippines in maintaining its national sovereignty is completely a biased statement. Currently, the Philippines is not protecting its national sovereignty in the South China Sea, but rather China. “If Jaishankar wants to support the Philippines in provoking China in the South China Sea, it could be seen as a highly competitive, even provocative or hostile stance.”