US, Japan, Philippines plan joint South China Sea naval patrols

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The United States, Japan, and the Philippines are set to embark on joint naval patrols in the South China Sea, a significant move aimed at countering China's assertiveness in the region. This collaborative maritime effort, scheduled to commence later this year, underscores the growing resolve among these nations to push back against China's expansive claims in the South China Sea.

 

The decision to conduct joint patrols will be a focal point of the upcoming trilateral summit in Washington, bringing together President Joe Biden, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. This strategic gathering aims to solidify the collective efforts of the three countries to uphold peace and security in the Indo-Pacific region.

 

Amid escalating tensions in the South China Sea, characterized by China's militarization and encroachment into waters claimed by the Philippines, the joint naval patrols signal a concerted effort to deter Beijing's aggressive behavior. With China's increasing military presence posing a threat to regional stability, the United States, Japan, and the Philippines are taking proactive measures to safeguard their maritime interests.

 

For the Biden administration, the joint patrols align with its broader Indo-Pacific Strategy, which emphasizes bolstering alliances and partnerships to counter China's growing influence. By leveraging the combined naval capabilities of the three nations, the initiative sends a clear message to Beijing that provocative actions will not go unchallenged.

 

While the United States and the Philippines have previously conducted joint patrols, Japan's participation marks a significant escalation. Japan's decision to join these operations underscores its commitment to enhancing regional security and aligning closely with U.S. interests in the Indo-Pacific.

 

However, the prospect of joint patrols also raises the risk of potential clashes with Chinese forces operating in the region. Beijing has repeatedly disregarded warnings from the Biden administration regarding the U.S.-Philippine Mutual Defense Treaty, signaling its willingness to defend its territorial claims forcefully.

 

In response to the joint patrols, China has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding its territorial interests, indicating a potential escalation of tensions in the South China Sea. As the three countries finalize their preparations for the joint operations, concerns persist about the possibility of confrontations with Chinese forces.

 

Despite the risks involved, the United States, Japan, and the Philippines remain determined to uphold maritime security and preserve the rules-based order in the Indo-Pacific. As they move forward with their collaborative efforts, the focus will be on deterring further aggression from China while promoting peace and stability in one of the world's most contested maritime regions.

 

31.03.24

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[Tug]

Excellent I wish the free worlds navy’s would all join in a real showing of the flag so to speak and patrol the sea between Taiwan and the Chinese mainland as well!

[riclag]

Scary ,biden admin ,encouraging other countries to flex 

their might in a already volatile region !

As if the world doesn’t have enough crisis to deal with.

 

 

 

[Tug]

4 hours ago, riclag said:

Scary ,biden admin ,encouraging other countries to flex 

their might in a already volatile region !

As if the world doesn’t have enough crisis to deal with.

 

 

 

Joe Biden isn’t on the retreat like trump was during his(administration) the United States under competent leadership is NOT going to leave a vacuum for the like of Putin/xi/or little Kim to fill……..we need to show strength not weakness now

[Skipalongcassidy]

10 hours ago, Tug said:

Joe Biden isn’t on the retreat like trump was during his(administration) the United States under competent leadership is NOT going to leave a vacuum for the like of Putin/xi/or little Kim to fill……..we need to show strength not weakness now

Your TDS is out of control... there was no mention of trump in the OP... joe has been in office for over three years... when does he take responsibility... not everything in the world is trumps fault.

[Tug]

2 hours ago, Skipalongcassidy said:

Your TDS is out of control... there was no mention of trump in the OP... joe has been in office for over three years... when does he take responsibility... not everything in the world is trumps fault.

A comparison with the (policy’s)of the last (administration) is fair game on this particular issue.furthermore Joe Biden does take responsibility for his policy and actions personally in my humble opinion now is not the time to show weakness it is time to show the flag and stand with our allies around the world in the face of aggression 

[Hawaiian]

15 hours ago, Tug said:

A comparison with the (policy’s)of the last (administration) is fair game on this particular issue.furthermore Joe Biden does take responsibility for his policy and actions personally in my humble opinion now is not the time to show weakness it is time to show the flag and stand with our allies around the world in the face of aggression 

Agree.  Of course, there are risks involved in sending China a strong message about their aggressive moves in the South China Sea.  It is even riskier to sit back and do nothing. 

[novacova]

The problem here is the name South China Sea, it needs to be renamed to Indo-Asia Sea or South Asia Sea so chairmen Xi will have no right to claim something without the label China in its name. 

[nauseus]

On 3/31/2024 at 6:31 AM, Tug said:

Excellent I wish the free worlds navy’s would all join in a real showing of the flag so to speak and patrol the sea between Taiwan and the Chinese mainland as well!

 

Not advisable.

[nauseus]

On 3/31/2024 at 8:46 PM, Tug said:

Joe Biden isn’t on the retreat like trump was during his(administration) the United States under competent leadership is NOT going to leave a vacuum for the like of Putin/xi/or little Kim to fill……..we need to show strength not weakness now

 

A bit late for that now. Biden has been a disaster.

[nauseus]

13 hours ago, Hawaiian said:

Agree.  Of course, there are risks involved in sending China a strong message about their aggressive moves in the South China Sea.  It is even riskier to sit back and do nothing. 

 

Which is what has happened for the last 3+ years. Doh!

[Hawaiian]

1 hour ago, nauseus said:

 

Which is what has happened for the last 3+ years. Doh!

Previously, Duterte was the problem.  His kissing up to China didn't work.

[nauseus]

1 hour ago, Hawaiian said:

Previously, Duterte was the problem.  His kissing up to China didn't work.

 

And after that he flipped back before he was out nearly two years ago.

 

This change in strategy is American led, maybe partly to try to shift critiscism away from Biden's foreign policy weakness.

 

 

 

 

[John Drake]

4 hours ago, Hawaiian said:

Previously, Duterte was the problem.  His kissing up to China didn't work.

 

Marcos has made a successful 180 degree turn in foreign policy. I hope he is soon receiving support from the US. Not just military but financial and trade investments. Money invested in Thailand and Vietnam should be redirected towards the Philippines, a more important country strategically, with cultural and linguistic ties to the US.

[Tug]

7 hours ago, nauseus said:

 

A bit late for that now. Biden has been a disaster.

Really?how so?humiliating that war criminal putin and exposing the paper tiger that is Russia without spilling American blood and supporting an ally democracy and the European people?or is it adding 2 more top tier extremely well placed new nato members?perhaps it’s the booming stock market or the 50 year low in unemployment perhaps it’s the meaningfull legislation accomplished for the American people?perhaps you could be a bit more specific it might help tho I doubt it…….china needs to respect boundaries they won’t unless it’s enforced……..they are what they are

[zhounan]

China is pumping its army at incredible rhythm. It's already too late for the US to try to stop it's frankenstein, especially because US relocated the manufacturing there.

[Hawaiian]

4 hours ago, zhounan said:

China is pumping its army at incredible rhythm. It's already too late for the US to try to stop it's frankenstein, especially because US relocated the manufacturing there.

China is sending mixed signals to the U.S. and others.  On one hand Xi is wooing American businesses and investors and on the other hand exist bans are on an alarming rise.

How and when China will use its increasing military power is also an another alarming issue.  Doing nothing will only encourage more brazen acts in the South China Sea.

[zhounan]

3 hours ago, Hawaiian said:

China is sending mixed signals to the U.S. and others.  On one hand Xi is wooing American businesses and investors and on the other hand exist bans are on an alarming rise.

How and when China will use its increasing military power is also an another alarming issue.  Doing nothing will only encourage more brazen acts in the South China Sea.

Agreed

[nauseus]

14 hours ago, Tug said:

Really?how so?humiliating that war criminal putin and exposing the paper tiger that is Russia without spilling American blood and supporting an ally democracy and the European people?or is it adding 2 more top tier extremely well placed new nato members?perhaps it’s the booming stock market or the 50 year low in unemployment perhaps it’s the meaningfull legislation accomplished for the American people?perhaps you could be a bit more specific it might help tho I doubt it…….china needs to respect boundaries they won’t unless it’s enforced……..they are what they are

 

What was truly humiliating was the disastrous exit  from Afghanistan.

 

Putin spilled plenty of Ukrainian blood by invading that country while most of the world looked on. Sweden and Finland have reluctantly given up decades of neutraility due to the new threat from Putin/Russia but not  due to any action from Biden.

 

The "booming" stock market has been enabled with easy money (printing) and low interest rates for most  of the last 16 years. That is all coming to an end now. US unemployment stats are figured differently than in the past, so that anyone with any kind of job is counted as employed, even if it is a few hourse a week. Those who stop actively seeking work are simply not counted as unemployed. It's a complete sham.

 

And sending anything more than the odd allied warship into the Taiwan Strait will invite distater. It is a relatively confining area, very busy and under the cover of Chinese land-based missile systems as well as their huge new navy and air force. 

 

Edited April 3 by nauseus
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