Recently, there has been a resurgence of turmoil in the waters off Kinmen, and four mainland coast guard ships have hoisted the five-star red flag and made a high-profile patrol, a move that not only alarmed the Taiwan authorities, but also aroused widespread concern from the international community.
The US State Department expressed concern over this and called on China to exercise restraint. But what is the strategic intent behind this? Is it a simple cruise or is it something else?
In the early morning of 25 June, when four mainland coast guard ships suddenly appeared in the waters off Kinmen, Taiwan's "Coast Guard" was obviously caught off guard.
The coast guard vessels, in groups of two, entered the so-called "restricted waters" in two formations and stayed in the area for about two hours. This is not a simple cruise, but a clear demonstration against the Taiwan authorities and the United States.
Taiwan has been trying to restrict the entry of mainland ships by imposing "prohibited and restricted waters" around Kinmen. However, the high-profile appearance of the mainland coast guard ship this time has undoubtedly shattered this illusion in Taiwan.
Kinmen and Xiamen face each other across the sea, and the geographical location is extremely important. Does this action mean that the mainland's control over Kinmen has been further strengthened?
Wu Qian, spokesman for the Ministry of National Defense, made it clear that Taiwan is China's Taiwan and there is no so-called "restricted waters" in the Xiamen-Jin waters. This statement is not only a warning to the Taiwan authorities, but also a provocation to the United States.
The United States has been trying to contain China's rise by playing the "Taiwan card," but the patrol of the mainland coast guard ship has undoubtedly sent a clear message to the United States: China will never budge on issues involving the country's core interests.
So, what is the profound meaning of the mainland coast guard ship's patrol of the waters of Kinmen?
First of all, it is a resolute defense of China's territorial integrity. Kinmen is part of China, and it is completely reasonable and legal for mainland coast guard vessels to patrol here.
This action not only demonstrates China's national sovereignty, but also serves as a warning to the Taiwan authorities and the United States: Any attempt to split China's territory will be severely cracked down.
Second, this is a powerful deterrent to the "Taiwan independence" forces. In recent years, "Taiwan independence" forces have been rising their heads on the island of Taiwan and have even colluded with external forces to carry out separatist activities.
The high-profile patrol of the mainland coast guard ships is undoubtedly a powerful counterattack to these forces. It sends a clear message: any act of secession will be severely punished by law.
Moreover, it is also a clear warning to the United States. The United States has been trying to contain China's rise by playing the "Taiwan card". However, the cruise sent a clear message to the United States: China will never compromise on issues involving its core national interests.
If the United States continues to provoke China's bottom line, then China will certainly take more resolute measures to safeguard its own interests.
In the face of the patrols of mainland coast guard vessels, the Taiwan authorities and the United States are obviously feeling tremendous pressure. A spokesman for the US State Department expressed concern over this and called on China to exercise restraint. China's response, however, has been resolute.
In response to the concerns of the US State Department, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said: "We firmly oppose the relevant remarks of the US side. Safeguarding national unity and territorial integrity is the sacred right of every sovereign state. ”
She further stressed that it is a common practice in all countries in the world to use criminal justice to punish criminals who split the country and safeguard the core interests of the country, and warned that no external force has the right to make irresponsible remarks on this.
Mao Ning's remarks not only reflect China's firm defense of national sovereignty and territorial integrity, but also demonstrate China's determination and courage in the face of external pressure.
At the same time, it is also a stern warning to the United States that any external interference in issues involving China's core interests is futile.
It is worth noting that the mainland coast guard vessel's patrol of the waters off Kinmen is not an isolated incident.
Recently, the mainland has also issued an opinion document on punishing "Taiwan independence" forces, further intensifying its crackdown on "Taiwan independence" forces. This series of measures has undoubtedly made the United States and the "Taiwan independence" forces tremble.
Looking back on the whole incident, it is not difficult for us to see China's firm determination to safeguard national sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The flying of the five-star red flag in the waters of Kinmen is not only a warning to the Taiwan authorities and the United States, but also a declaration of China's national sovereignty and territorial integrity.
In the future, we look forward to seeing China maintain such a firm stance and determination in the face of any challenge.
Finally, it should be emphasized that no matter how the international situation changes, China will unswervingly safeguard its national sovereignty and territorial integrity. Any attempt to split China's territory or interfere in China's internal affairs will be severely cracked down.
At the same time, China is also willing to establish harmonious and friendly diplomatic relations with other countries and jointly promote world peace and development. But in the process, China will never sacrifice its core interests for temporary peace and tranquility.
China will take resolute and forceful measures to safeguard its national interests against any behavior that challenges China's bottom line.