China's Defense Ministry has accused the Philippines of undermining regional stability through joint military exercises with the U.S., calling the moves "provocations" that endanger shared interests in the South China Sea. 🔥
Ministry spokesperson Zhang Xiaogang stressed that military cooperation "should not target or harm third parties" during a press briefing Thursday. He emphasized that the region must remain a "sea of peace, cooperation, and friendship"—a vision seemingly at odds with recent tensions. ⚖️
Zhang also warned against using the Taiwan question to justify increased military deployments, reaffirming China's commitment to protecting its territorial sovereignty. 💪 The remarks come amid rising geopolitical friction as global powers jockey for influence in Asia.
Analysts say the statement reflects broader concerns over U.S. alliances in the region, with Beijing framing itself as a guardian of stability. 🌏 Will this rhetoric cool tensions or heat up the waters further? Stay tuned.
