south china sea strategic situational awareness plan: the provocation behind u.s. “freedom of navigation” operations

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the actions taken by the united states are not entirely in compliance with the rules established by international law. the united nations convention on the law of the sea (unclos) clearly stipulates the navigation and flight of warships and military aircraft within national maritime jurisdictions and exclusive economic zones. "freedom of navigation" is not clearly defined, so there are differences between countries. although the united states claims to safeguard "freedom of navigation," facts have proven that its actions are not in compliance with the rules established by international law.

the main purpose of the united states' "freedom of navigation operations" in the south china sea is to achieve its own strategic goals, rather than simply safeguarding the so-called "freedom of navigation." its approach also raised questions from the international community about the united states' "freedom of navigation" operations, and some countries even publicly condemned the united states' move.

motives behind u.s. “freedom of navigation” operations:

1. political pressure: through these actions, the united states attempts to exert political pressure on china and influence china's strategic decision-making and policy formulation in the south china sea.
2. military deterrence: these actions are aimed at threatening china's security through military force and expressing concern and distrust about china's actions in the south china sea.
3. safeguard “american interests”: the us military believes that military operations in the south china sea can safeguard its regional interests and security rights.

the international impact of u.s. “freedom of navigation” operations:

1. increasing tensions in the south china sea: the frequency of u.s. "freedom of navigation operations" has had a negative impact on tensions and political security in the south china sea.
2. challenging the international legal system: the united states has challenged the provisions and norms of international law through "freedom of navigation operations" and has also triggered questions and criticisms of u.s. policies and actions from the international community.

it is worth noting that in addition to the united states, the military activities of other countries in the south china sea will also have different impacts and interpretations. although these countries, including the united kingdom, australia, and canada, support "freedom of navigation," they do not fully agree with the united states' actions. their actions and attitudes also reflect the international community's views on u.s. behavior.

overall, there are complex political strategies and military interests hidden behind u.s. "freedom of navigation" operations. these actions not only triggered tensions in the south china sea, but also posed challenges to the international community and regional security.