Who’s A Bigger Threat To Filipinos: U.S. Or China?

[@johnramirez3247]

As a filipino, the biggest threat to me is just my fellow filipino lol

[@s13dad82]

specially the corrupt ones

[@jmbrier1644]

Indeed

[@eddiegee2940]

You may have a point, it’s the sheeples are clueless what’s really going on behind the scenes and believe into that SCAMDEMIC and don’t do independent research because you’ll be accused as conspiracy. They believe the MSM LIES.

[@ewugalaxy7178]

For real

[@jocelynnowen3078]

Well we got that in common. My greatest threat is other Americans

[@Kikokikz_RPG]

I'm Filipino and I like the fact that you let them speak in their comfortable language. Thank you for doing this.

[@scinusa]

People should talk peace instead of war. War is insane. The Philippine people are wonderful people. The Chinese are wonderful people. The power hungry leaders are the problem.

[@DennisTheInternationalMenace]

Why is it some of the Filipino ppl feel the U.S being there is bad when not also the Philippines president wanted U.S troops in the country and more of them, But China is constantly encroaching on Filipino territory to the point they're claiming some of it as Chinese territory?!?

[@willemoosterom2438]

@@scinusa You are fully right about that. Insane political, financial and industrial leaders are the real criminals. Dont listen to them, they are allways lying, corrupt and criminal.

[@Kevins-Philippine-Retirement]

Good luck trying to speak "mother tongue" if the Communist Chinese occupied the Philippines 😂😂😂

[@okman9684]

​@@scinusathe Philippines should give its island to China rather than being a nuisance. That's the only way to peace. It doesn't have any say in China sea

[@joshu6394]

Every one of them has a point. This issue is becoming so divisive to us Filipinos who have nothing to do with "their" war in the first place. We have our own self determination, said the lady. And I agree. To the superpowers, we are just a battlefield -- a Normandy, or a Gettysburg or a Stalingrad -- a tiny piece in the overall picture. To China, we are just a buffer zone. To America, we are an insurance of their Pacific power. But to us, this is it... Our livelihood, our families, our lives, everything that matters to us... This is it. ...and they're threatening at each other above our heads as if we're insignificant. ...as if we're just pawns.

[@indiasuperclean6969]

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[@hubertcumberdale2651]

A key difference between the U.S. and China is that the U.S. voluntarily gave back sovereignty to the Filipinos. China has no such proven history of extending the olive branch so to speak.

[@trueblue2892]

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[@trueblue2892]

@joshua6394 true, I’m so sorry smh

[@kennyng2289]

​@@hubertcumberdale2651 Has China invaded and colonized Philippines? What sovereignty to back to Philippines? China doesn't interfere into other countries internal affairs unlike US. USA is a war monger. Do you know that USA means United Satan of America?

[@blessedstream4016]

The relationship between China and the Philippines was relatively good before, but since their current President took office, the times have suddenly changed. China is a bully and wants to seize our territories that used to be the fishing grounds of our fishermen and especially when China found out that there is a lot of oil in the WPS, so their claims intensified and their behavior worsened. Back in the day they didn't occupy the territories of other countries but when they got rich they started grabbing territory.

[@Measos77]

The previous president was a traitor. He prioritized China and not the country. One incident was that a Chinese ship sank a PH civilian fishing vessel and instead of offering aid to the fishermen, appeased China instead.

[@YUZHIBIN-ri1gr]

learn more about history and fact， my friends. Don't be fooled by your corruption president and propaganda by USA or Aus, Japan. China has never invade Philippine, but USA, Japan did the most recently.

[@LawasSarawak]

Marcos only claim it after oils was found , chinese - KMT station navy their to protect their under belly- meaning strategic value rather then oils

[@blessedstream4016]

@@LawasSarawak The Spratly group of islands or WPS was not claimed by us but that belonged to the Philippines since before and many proofs were shown in the arbitration that the WPS or Spratly group of islands is part of the Philippines more than 100 maps were shown. So our representatives were there at the arbitration in the Hague and proved our real historical claim. You Communist Chinese where were you when you were called arbitrarily. Why aren't you there? Because you know that you have no proof and your 9 dashline was just made up by you and has no basis. However, the historical claim is not accepted nowadays, especially your fake claim of 9 dash lines. What exists today is the UNCLOS signed by countries and decided by countries so that there is no abuse like yours.

[@blessedstream4016]

@@LawasSarawak Not only the WPS is invalid China's claim but the entire SCS is invalid because their claim of dashline or 9 dashline according to their own drawing on their map is not accepted. According to them that their drawn 9 dashline is a proof that China owns the entire SCS including the WPS. If the dashlines are the basis of the territory or claim, does that mean that the entire Gulf of Mexico can also be drawn by Mexico along with the EEZ of the US? Does that mean India can also draw a dashline in the Indian Ocean and claim it? And even the Arabian Sea can be drawn with a dash line and claimed by the Arabs? Even the entire Persian Gulf can be drawn as a dash line to be claimed by Iran? None of them made such a dashline because they knew how far they covered and especially now that all countries have to comply with international law or UNCLOS

[@Sebastian-xr3ko]

Asking ordinary citizens is close to being pointless, most of them don't understand what's really going on. Asking politicians isn't a complete different case as well, most of them lie. This is an odd point in history where the people who knew are held by their throats or voluntarily silence themselves; the people who don't know kept shooting breezes and are, unfortunately, often believed.

[@konnichiwa7719]

True

[@remisu5917]

how can you say “ordinary citizens don’t understand what’s really going on” when they’re the people who actually feel and go through the brunt of the heightened military presence in their country? just because they may not have nuanced opinions, they know what they’re going through. people aren’t stupid

[@Sebastian-xr3ko]

@@remisu5917 You're a perfect example. You haven't carefully read what I wrote and here you're putting words to my mouth. The motivation that a civilian would typically take in deciding what behavior to display is generally harnessed towards what they feel or experience. This seems very harmless and reasonable at first glance, however this is the same reason why they're unable to see the bigger picture. Let's take the Philippine history for example. We've been enslaved in our own motherland for 300+ years because our ancestors were blinded by the cross, mirrors, clothing etc that the "friendly" Spaniards has to offer.. making them unable to see real intentions of these conquistadors. And if that alone doesn't prove that there are people who will dig their own grave, I don't know what will.

[@SomaliPeninsula]

The most intellectual comment. Sound head. May Allah guides you brother ❤️

[@MTCFIRSTNAMEMTCLASTNAME]

Ordinary citizens like me wont budge more on the issues because its too complex to solve. The existing UNCLOS law that supposedly protect the country is not absolute and any powerful member like China can tend to ignore its ruling. As result even if China won't recognize it does big economies put sanctions to China? The reality is that they tend to ignore the win of the Philippines and China continue to claim the WPH and big economies continue to do business with China. The only possible definite solution is that we make Philippines super rich, technologically advance and deterrence capable military to China and we cannot do that if we cannot make it to advance economy and technologically advance. In fact the country is infested with social issues and environment sustainability issues that its even harder for the country to advance and even compete with its faster advancing neighbors. To not to exhaust yourself, you can join them, or join an ally, join protest on streets hoping for a miracle or watch their bidding.

[@piemaster466]

This is a misleading media report, ask Mexicans if China or the US is more of a threat to them. The so-called geopolitics, of course, is that neighboring countries are more likely to create a sense of psychological deterrence. The correct comparison is to ask whether the threat of China attacking the Philippines because of the South China Sea dispute is greater, or whether the United States illegally intervenes in the Taiwan Strait dispute and uses the Philippine base to attack China, causing the Philippines to be attacked by China. The threat is greater.

[@lex1070]

Finally someone with a brain here! The threat of China trying to own and monopolize the entire South China Sea is much greater! All of the Asian pacific countries will suffer greatly if China get's their way. Look at what they're doing already by overfishing the seas...pure greed. None of that will be shared to any other country besides China and everyone else will become poorer because of it.

[@koreancowboy42]

​@crosscrusader the U.S is only a threat due to bad presidential and government officials, its soldiers and civilians are innocent. The soldiers their good people and have to live through rough battles

[@zhoubuzai]

你是智慧的，Think rationally and logically

[@pandibbarman]

Obviously china taking Taiwan and control of SC sea is bad for all nations around it

[@echidnaralsei1473]

you mean ask a cuban the sane question. ask a Guatemalan as well. cia overthrow their democratic elected leader one time

[@michelwan9073]

‘’ It may be dangerous to be American's enemy, but to be American's friend is fatal" ---Secretary of State USA，Henry Kissinger, Nov 1968

[@bigheadrhino]

It's really more about how powerful you are. If you are a strong friend they will weaken you politically and economically, if you are a weak friend they setup a puppet government and then use you to fight a stronger enemy. If you are a weak enemy you will get bombed or invaded or there will be a coup and you will become a weak friend, If you are a strong enemy they will either have their weak friend fight you or fight one of your weak friends but they won't fight you directly.

[@hubertcumberdale2651]

I love it when people just randomly throw in zero-context quotes in a KZbin video just to sound oh-so wise.

[@toosmall4674]

​@@hubertcumberdale2651another yun so

[@MrNoNonsenseYes]

​​@@hubertcumberdale2651f you don't see the context of that quote in this video, then you're a big dumb mofaka

[@bear6726]

​@@hubertcumberdale2651ask Kurds or afghani US Allis they will tell you

[@markvelous2552]

I'm not surprised that the interviewees from Olongapo have informed opinions. They're experiencing it first-hand.

[@REB4444]

It's the Philippines that has a China problem, not the USA. So stop blaming us for your China issues. If we were to go to war with China, it's because of the Philippines, Japan, Taiwan, and all you useless nations can't defend yourselves.

[@NANAAveteran]

It shows you have no idea what you are talking about. All areas formerly used by the US were turned into parks and housing complexes and subdivisions.

[@gregmasters8558]

​@@NANAAveteranI'm American and I can tell you Philippines never received it's independence from USA. If you think a country that was formed by eliminating the indigenous Americans would just let go of Philippines you are very naive.

[@DKBZA]

I think they should change the question... "Which is the country that will provoke the other the most... Do they send warships to China near their territory more than 11 thousand kilometers away or is it China that sends warships more than 11 thousand kilometers away?

[@user-k4d-e59mo28oc]

Of course, the US is the far greater threat . . . now give me my green card!

[@シウ-o1x]

Yea sure, except you are forgetting the factor being "if China has the capability to do so". China sent a fleet pass Japan's Tsugaru Strait, which is between Japan main island and Hokkaido, during covid after Japan set some restrictive policies against China. Tsugaru Strait is deemed as national waters only because Japan wanted to give convenience to commercial convoys so they pulled back borders of their territorial waters, and here comes China driving their navy fleet through. What a great way to exploit other people's kindness, and proves China would not hesitate to provoke other nations in their waters if possessing the capability. Also, who is the one claiming West Philippines Sea is their territory on the basis of a map from a Dynasty they overthrew, is it the US claiming that?

[@spin3sixty]

@@user-k4d-e59mo28oc you get 500 social credits from the CCP.

[@シウ-o1x]

@@DKBZA It's on the news bro, both in CN and JP. CN news even brags about it and their foreign spokesman answered questions about it with some whataboutism just like what you are doing here, he did not say they are not provoking, but instead "We can see some country is the actual aggressor here". I read Chinese and I see all the war mongering articles put out on Global Times and Xinhua News ok? That's why I see far more aggression from China because their state news head editor says things like "If we lose a war, we gonna nuke the Earth''s core and take the world with us" and all the comments bellow praises this kind of speech ok? And there was a trend for pubs throwing parties celebrating assassination of former JP prime minister. Also, you should really read through my words or go see a map, passing Tsugaru Strait is not "near Japan", it's literally crossing through the middle. it's like driving into Sulu sea of the Philippines level. You are the one that's disinformed, stop making yourself look foolish defending a foreign government feeding hate against any democratic country to their people. Outwardly they say they are implementing democracy in their own own way, while interiorly they just teach kids that they must obey the party and the Chairman. Educate yourself, because "little kid with anime profile pic" here lived in 4 countries, reads and speaks 3 languages and has a wider source of information. If little kid with anime profile can do so, it shouldn't be too hard for you, right?

[@st-6837]

I don't know dude I didn't see any reports where US@ rammed or Harassed Filipino fisher Men or Shine a military grade lasers to the Philippines cost guard

[@originalgoldengoddess]

Oh my goodness we don't want to be dragged into anyone's war. We've had enough. We are peaceful people.

[@johndoe9200]

if china takes taiwan and starts a war do you think they will leave you alone or do you think they will go island hopping like japan did in ww2

[@markrivera4270]

❤❤❤❤this is war kaya sumanib na kayu sa mga amekikano para di kayu patayin nang china gaya nang pinagbili ang organ ninyo lol

[@flaxco]

china will not stop at invading taiwan. they will also invade the philippines given the chance.

[@isaiahquiatchon]

Peaceful people? HAHA HAHAHAHA HAHAHAHA GOOD ONE! HAHAHAHA

[@johnphilipmacabasco6973]

its not anyones war its our WAR were lucky that US is defending us

[@dannychu2014]

Many prominent Filipino companies and businesses were started by fellow Chinese Filipinos. They held on to their Chinese roots but are well assimilated to the Filipino culture as well. Its just about business with China. The Americans would care less avout the Filipinos if there werent a strategic military interest to be there.

[@Osaka_Bean_Laden]

We Are Porkistani Brother -Brother Suprapower saar😎, ola h gave us 💣💥 And 72 Hoore saar,We are the most Clean and peaceful People saar💣💥

[@vegamoonlight]

​@@user-bl6ef8nl8eLol. I have friends who are Filipino-Chinese. Your claim is too ignorant.

[@LoC28C]

Well said @dannychu2014

[@RacerX1971]

@@user-bl6ef8nl8e , I'm Chinoy im ok with being called Filipino..a lot of Pinoys are part Chinese more so than Spanish

[@fkoff7649]

BUT WITHOUT THE MONEY AND SUPPORT OF THE FILIPINOS, THESE CHINESE FILIPINO COMPANIES WOULD NOT EVEN BE SUCCESSFUL. LET ME REMIND YOU, A LOT OF POOR CHINESE MIGRANTS MOVED TO THE PH TO SEEK FOR A BETTER LIVING. WITHOUT FILIPINO SUPPORT, WITHOUT FILIPINO MONEY, DO YOU THINK THESE CHINESE COMPANIES IN THE PH WOULD BE SUCCESSFUL? STOP ACTING AND THINKING MIGHTILY. DONT BITE THE HANDS THAT FEED YOU. WITHOUT US FILIPINOS, WITHOUT OUR MONEY, CHINA AND THE CHINESE PEOPLE AND THEIR BUSINESSES HERE ARE NOTHING.

[@johnzkeePW]

The thing is Philippines actually tried pivoting from US to China. Our former president was openly campaigning for a shift from US to China-Russia Alliance. His administration also prioritized Belt and Road Initiative projects. China just got more bold in their incursion. They used this opportunity to survey possible resources and strategic locations. They put structures near our military bases. They even found possible locations for oil drilling operations. Also there's a market in China for rare, endangered corals. This causes them to dredge coral reefs, destroying the Aquatic biodiversity in the area. We found out the hard way that the more we listen to them, the more they will intrude. and they never considered peace and cooperation. The Philippines is just too strategic of a location, it has raw materials as well. A mouth-watering treat for any burgeoning power. The Spanish Empire knew this. The British Empire knew this The United States knew this. The Japanese Empire knew this. The Islamic State knew this And now China.

[@EstrangheroAko]

That president is a coward traitor

[@peterl545]

Foreign Direct Investment dropped during Duterte and has never recovered. That pivot to China scared foreign companies may prove fatal. Only money you see know are rich Chinese and crime organisations.

[@Paulo-ov4yo]

You state the British Empire, but they never colonised the Philippines. They took Manila for a couple of years but returned it to the Spanish.

[@johnzkeePW]

@@Paulo-ov4yo But they desired to take our islands

[@winzyl9546]

You forgot the German empire also wanted Philippines.

[@nmew6926]

Will US consult the Philippines government before starting a war with China using base in Philippines . If so, will US respect Philippines decision if Philippines govt say NO

[@clw9680]

its the Philippine goverment that wanted them there

[@callmesweet8344]

Philippines has a treaty if any of two countries go to war they are obligated to support each other

[@pisablavatsky-cb3dd]

US will never ever respect its colony Philippines. It will do whatever it likes. Poor filipinos will be pawn just like Ukrainians. Philippines is militarily occupied by US. It is still a colony of US. It will be destroyed just like Ukrain😢 Advance RIP to poor filipinos. Prepare yourself to die or become refugees in other countries

[@HK-ce2lj]

The people who commented that the Philippines will be caught in the middle know nothing. The only thing that shields the Philippines from Chinese attack is the Philippines' alliance with the US. And if China has taken Taiwan, the Philippines will have overlapping territory with China and it will only justify some of the Chinese claims in the region

[@pccitizen1647]

Philipines become another serf. No say, no influence & no choice. Just cannon fodder

[@marklee8512]

In between the US and China, the best way to judge which one bring more peace and stability, is to wait for a cease fire agreement reached between Ukraine and Russia, probably by end of this year or before US election. By then we will see which country will be the biggest contributor to the rebuilding of Ukraine. Remember earlier this year, which country objected the cease fire proposal?

[@solidpas761]

Ukraine just objected peace proposals twice.

[@marklee8512]

@@solidpas761 Nope. Ukraine rejected the proposals in the negotiations with Russia last year. I am referring to the 12-points cease fire proposals by China. Zelensky personally told Xi that he welcomes China's efforts in peaceful solutions.

[@tonilim-tw8ep]

Dream

[@vegamoonlight]

The conflict in Ukraine is a proxy war between the US and Russia. Haven't you known that? If you think the US will help in the rehabilitation of countries they invaded then you should see the aftermath in Iraq, Afghanistan, Syria and Libya, countries that the US has invaded.

[@solidpas761]

@@marklee8512 And what about it? If peace negotiations that Russia wants are all rejected then if Russia rejects other proposals that's their right. It takes two sides for a negotiation to proceed.

[@didyoumissedmegobareatersk2204]

They choosed this As from the long time the filipino people are okay with Colinizers Controlling them that's their fate since past timess and it is counting on..when they are picking America To host their Military base this close to china and not expect China to do anything ..Always remember When Giants Fights Ants alaways get crushed!

[@cocaineminor4420]

Sk , Japan and Philippines is gonna get the hardest karma In a few years just wait 😂

[@pisablavatsky-cb3dd]

Poor filipinos will be pawn just like Ukrainians. Philippines is militarily occupied by US. It is still a colony of US. It will be destroyed just like Ukrain😢 Advance RIP to poor filipinos. Prepare yourself to die to become refugees in other countries

[@Ggg123wy]

​@@cocaineminor4420Africa is already suffering from bad karma . 😅😅😅. You dog f**k

[@_Wai_Wai_]

notice how countries in South East Asia, that allows Americans and European tourists into their country, end up having more prostitutes, and problems with Foreign pedophiles preying on their children.

[@personalseitil2244]

Filipinos fought hard against colonizers. You don't know any Philippine history at all why spread misinformation? Filipinos fought hard at the beginning of Lapu-lapu until Bonifacio and Rizal. A lot of documented plan to overthrow Spanish colonizers and even 200,000 filipinos died in Filipino-American war. Unlike China, Philippines didn't have the chance in continuing most of its pre-colonial traditional practices because Spaniards erased most of it. Filipinos are killed once Spaniards knew they are betraying Spain. Unlike the British, Dutch, Japanese colonizers, once Spaniards see a filipino doing non-Spanish tradition, they'll execute that person.

[@jaylindo2903]

For me as a Filipino, the biggest threat is China because they bullying Filipino fisherman and seizing our teritory. China is not following the international law that cause a huge chaos in nations. God bless to the country who protecting our country Philippines

[@TheIceman567]

Love back to the Philippines 🇵🇭 🤝🇺🇸

[@Zack-23615]

compared to the United States, China has treated the Philippines fairly well. During World War II, Americans in the Philippines raped numerous Filipino women, looted and stole the property of the Filipino people, and even took pleasure in killing Filipino civilians. Do you still welcome them to repeat these atrocities? This only shows your ignorance. In contrast, since the establishment of the People's Republic of China, the Philippines was one of the first countries to establish diplomatic relations with China. China has even helped the Philippines in building infrastructure and developing energy and telecommunications systems. Think about why you harbor hatred towards China. Your animosity stems solely from social media propaganda. Please use your own brain to think critically.

[@SpecsComparison]

sariling Bakuran kasi natin nangaagaw sila. karamihan ng sagot ng iba is hindi nila alam talga ang nangyayari sa loob at ibang bansa, halos lahat ng isla natin kinukuha na ng china tapos sasabihin nyo threat yung US samantalang saan ba tayo pupunta. di baleng sakupin ako ng US wag lang comunista. di nyoa alam ang kalagayan ng mga insik ngayun sa bansa nila kakawa sila dahil sa COVER UP ng kanilang gobyerno.

[@e.jisaac2365]

​@@TheIceman567have you already watch Scott Ritter video? US doesn't really care for us(Philippines). For me they're both threat

[@TheIceman567]

@@e.jisaac2365 Who said? If we didn't care we wouldn't be there. Also it's China attacking your navy in the West Philippine Sea.

[@bayanireimesy7568]

We the Filipino people should ask ourselves what do we want for the betterment of our country? Not China or USA, but what do we need to improve whether militarily, economically, or culturally? We should have sense of self-reliance of whats best for our country.

[@mackeyyekcam]

We dont have resources.. not realistic.. Your idea is defeatist.

[@08akaneshi]

​@@mackeyyekcamchina doesnt have resources too.. its matter of what we really prioritize.. china and philippines experience the same poverty and war and had been colonized, its amazing how they became super power in just 35 or 40 years

[@mackeyyekcam]

@@08akaneshi china became powerful at the expense of his people.. Chinese were brutally forced to work against their will and unfairly treated.. Millions died of starvation and over work in china great leap forwawd campaign.We know that even if dont agree..its already done and history proved it. No amount of your prooaganda kr convincing power will alter it.

[@jsonp209]

We are poor and over populated. Thats why filipinos migrate to other countries and we let other countries put business in our land and so on. Philippines wouldve been great but lack education, always having children. You know why China is greater than us? 1 child policy, wait that doesnt even exist in philippines hahahah.

[@pauloazuela8488]

@@08akaneshi China became one the moment global trade was open to them and that's also the help of US. We still lacking in that department

[@noynoybaqui]

The Chinese military’s incursions into Philippines waters affecting Filipino fisherman, is not only increasing but also intensifying. That’s why the Philippine government (whom the Filipinos voted for at 60%) invited US military presence in the Philippines. Chinese military bullying of the Philippines, made even former President Duterte back track on his friendship with China to ask for US help. During the US presence in Subic and Clark, American troops contributed between 1.7-3% of the Philippines GNP. Subic naval based generated $220 million dollars into the local economy, providing jobs for 40,000 Filipinos. More than 150,000 people depended on income from the naval base

[@mgronich948]

Yes and inspite of the economic benefit, the oridnary philipino hated the americans. The same is true in Okinawa, where every year ~10,000 Okinawans demonstrate for the removal of the US military. What's interesting is that even with US propaganda talking all the time about China invading Taiwan, the Okinawans still demonstrated every year to get the US military bases out. There's a reason for this, when the US military is there in large numbers they treat the locals like dirt. Everytime decade after decade. We're the imperial empire of USA, everyone is afraid of our miitary. This is what every US soldier/sailor is taught and that's part of the reason they treat the locals like dirt.

[@questworldmatrix]

Let's not kid ourselves. The Philippines has been a willing participant for the American noose around China and Russia for decades. It's a willing vassal to choke China's trade should the US choose to contain China with its unilateral assumption that the US owns every ocean and every market. So yeah, China pushes and encroaches to give itself a wide margin and buffer zone. The Philippines and the SCS is no different than Ukraine.

[@redskinjim]

@@mgronich948 lets pull out

[@augustuslunasol10thapostle]

@@mgronich948 inspite of this ignorant and stupid comment 70% of filipinoes fully believe the US has our back another 16 are more cautious but still willing to trust

[@StickyKeys187]

​@@redskinjimthat's what she said

[@Alex-ig2xr]

My family is from Hainan Province in China. My grand uncle married a Vietnamese. Many people in Hainan has relatives in Philippines.

[@GLOBALALLIANCE]

I am Hainanese too. I've been to the island once before, it was very beautiful.

[@querubincastro1311]

you go home to your country..

[@yannishan2572]

什么意思，你是中国人还是东南亚人？

[@xXxSkyViperxXx]

@@yannishan2572 意思是他有亲戚在中国，那是中国人， 但是他是东南亚华人

[@ricardoarsenio6399]

Owe na kayo doon sa logar ninyo mga Chinese kayo

[@AnarchyJesus]

3:55 "we get to speak english" thats one of the most sad and pathetic thing i ever hear

[@jielin6342]

Me too, even though I'm Chinese. It seems that the sovereignty of all countries and nations has nothing to do with him.

[@makinaindustria]

i believe he just missspoke, what he meant was that we got to be better at speaking english because of the colonization, and that's why the Koreans, Japanese, Chinese and others would come here to study and improve their english. just compare some professionals on other country get them to talk in english with our own sidewalk vendors who haven't been at school at all. at some countries you can't ask some pedestrians in english, they'd reply to you with their local language/dialect.

[@AnarchyJesus]

@@makinaindustria if being able to speaking ur colonizer master's language is a sign pride for u then u r truly lost

[@princessgirl7797]

And speaking english actually benefits the filipinos because we can use it to the service ssector

[@AnarchyJesus]

@@princessgirl7797 yes u be servicing ur colonizer masters till the end of time

[@khust2993]

2:16 unfortunately, many Filipinos tend to think this way. Inasa na lang lahat sa mga Kano ang tungkulin na dapat Pilipinas naman ang gumaganap. There's nothing wrong in strengthening our alliance, but what some people fear is that the Philippines might fall again to the curse of over-reliance to the US when it comes to defense matters which results to the government becoming more complacent and their sense of urgency is diminished. We're located in a region that is ripe with tensions, we can't afford to slack off, we cannot delegate everything to another country, we're a sovereign nation and should act as one if we want to be respected.

[@michelwan9073]

As Ukraine think Nato can Protect them 🤣🤣 Once the war begin they will support the money and weapon, and say may the god bless you🤣

[@Whereistheb33f]

@@michelwan9073 Ukraine doesn't have any treaties with NATO... Ask Russia what it's like when NATO sends money and weapon :)

[@Whereistheb33f]

@@YouMoya um.. Americans died along with South Koreans when the North attacked so I'm not sure what you mean there. Also, japan?

[@har7102]

​​​@@Whereistheb33fsending money and weapons while people are dying and ukraine is burning what so good about that? The only people who are happy right now are arms manufacturer not the people of ukraine

[@har7102]

​@@Whereistheb33fthe reason the US is on japan south korea taiwan philippines etc is because if war broke out against china the US will make sure its not going to be fought in mainland US but on this lands This countries are the defensive shields, the sacrificial lambs just like ukraine is to russia The US will make sure the war is as far away to the US as possible so this US politicians can wage war as if everything is just a game

[@manniejavilla466]

best question to ask filipino is if your given a chance to immigrate and be given a citizenship status which country will you choose china or the usa

[@yokimuradimaunahan1404]

good point!!

[@hesdam4935]

Idiot! How does that relate to the geopolitical issues in which the Philippines is already involved in?

[@powerrising4933]

China doesn't accept immigrants😅

[@flaxco]

many filipinos immigrate to the us. many of them are even in the us military. im half filipino half american and im in the navy.

[@SinRealm]

That's foolish, you are asking people to choose between poop and turd.

[@bin-siewlim2191]

Philippines had been colonized by Spain and US for a long time. Filipino had been westernized to a great extent. Many Filipino are Catholic. I believe that many Filipino tend to think along the Western line of thinking. Filipino had been living with Western culture for a long time and feel comfortable with it. China is a new game in town. They don't feel comfortable with it. Hence, Filipino tend to be more cautious with China.

[@masterofalltrades_]

That's not western culture. Plus, there are many different cultures in the west. They have their own culture. But the history of western colonialism and interference in the country and the region makes many oppose the US

[@indiasuperclean6969]

WOW VERY DANGEROUS SIR! 😠😠I WILL NEVER GO TO PHILIPPHINES VERY POOR PLACE! 😠BUT THIS WHY IM SO LUCKY LIVE IN SUPER INDIA THE CLEANEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD 🇮🇳🤗 , WE NEVER SCAM! WE GIVE RESPECT TO ALL WOMEN THEY CAN WALK SAFELY ALONE AT NIGHT AND WE HAVE CLEAN FOOD AND TOILET EVERYWHERE 🇮🇳🤗🚽, I KNOW MANY POOR PEOPLE JEALOUS WITH SUPER RICH INDIA 🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗

[@alexlazar4738]

Nobody will force Filipinos to speak Chines or consume Chinese popular culture (I personally love Chinese dramas) unless they want to. I believe the maritime dispute could be resolved if not for the US interference.

[@didyoumissedmegobareatersk2204]

They choosed this As from the long time the filipino people are okay with Colinizers Controlling them that's their fate since past timess and it is counting on..when they are picking America To host their Military base this close to china and not expect China to do anything ..Always remember When Giants Fights Ants alaways get crushed!

[@CarlitoKK]

You are an idiot

[@domenico_ginny6164]

American here 🇺🇸 I can’t say that I trust my government to do what’s right for the Philippines. But as many have said in the video neither do people trust China as they occupy much of the South China Sea. All I can say is, as an ordinary American citizen I support Philippino sovereignty and although I don’t see the US colonizing the Philippines I can not be 100% sure. If this does happen which I believe to be unlikely I will protesting in DC on your behalf. 🇵🇭 ❤️ 🇺🇸

[@junmillan626]

Me? I'd rather choose uncle sam than xijinping. These tsekwas are bullying our fishermen N coast guard personnel. Its deplorable to note that some key govt officials of RP are sweetly romancing with their chinese counterparts. Pwe!

[@reinpinebook825]

They only import drugs, crime, and ailments.

[@kuramahaydeeann]

Well you’ll thank your sweet uncle sam after your Philippines is used as a battle ground for war & pulverized to bits 😂

[@alanssshh]

American soldiers killed million Philippines when they occupied it. don't forget the history

[@SinRealm]

Yeah... Like the Americans who graped the women near US bases. Or how about during PH US war, when they burnt down innocent boys. Also they called in Filipino Insurrection. Also there is a video of a former US military man saying they don't care about us. They will use us and abandon us. Xi is causing us harm now. But relying on US is foolish. China has other countries who are having border issues with. Even their own allies, India and Russia. Instead of crying to Uncle Sam. It would be best to work with our Asian neighbours who are also having issues with China.

[@Rhythmicons]

Thanks, Ms. Takruri for going to the Phils. As a scholar of the Philippine American War and US-Phil relations, I think you leaned a little too hard on the invasion, and not hard enough on the post-colonial economic dependence on the US and the ramifications that had on an evolving Philippine society. It seems the Philippines has ALWAYS been in a precarious position.

[@indiasuperclean6969]

WOW VERY DANGEROUS SIR! 😠😠I WILL NEVER GO TO PHILIPPHINES VERY POOR PLACE! 😠BUT THIS WHY IM SO LUCKY LIVE IN SUPER INDIA THE CLEANEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD 🇮🇳🤗 , WE NEVER SCAM! WE GIVE RESPECT TO ALL WOMEN THEY CAN WALK SAFELY ALONE AT NIGHT AND WE HAVE CLEAN FOOD AND TOILET EVERYWHERE 🇮🇳🤗🚽, I KNOW MANY POOR PEOPLE JEALOUS WITH SUPER RICH INDIA 🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗

[@CarlitoKK]

Blame Marcos. Everything was fine until he had aquino assassinated. Numbers don't lie. GDP fell off a cliff.

[@NEOSCISSORSJAGUARPRIME]

​@@indiasuperclean6969BOBO BOT

[@pisablavatsky-cb3dd]

Poor filipinos will be pawn just like Ukrainians. Philippines is militarily occupied by US. It is still a colony of US. It will be destroyed just like Ukrain😢 Advance RIP to poor filipinos. Prepare yourself to die to become refugees in other countries

[@thelmaatiga839]

​@@indiasuperclean6969very stupid person

[@anhlam7131]

The Philippines should fight their own battle and not depend on their main ally, USA. The mutual defense treaty is no guarantee that the Americans will come to Philippines aid and defend the Filipinos. We Vietnamese learn to fight for ourselves with out foreign military bases and foreign intervention. Vietnam learn its lesson from the Vietnam war and Sino China war of being a pawn and cannon fodder for war between Superpower like USA, Russia, China etc.

[@xingw9358]

After all , Fillipin is just a colony of the US

[@eddiegee2940]

@@xingw9358i disagree. We want our identity, the American Philippine war was about finally getting our independence.

[@xingw9358]

@@eddiegee2940 Truth is truth, who phucking cares you agree or not.

[@eddiegee2940]

@@xingw9358 stfu kid, you disrespectful troll.

[@daniloserrano225]

The Mutual Defense Treaty is the only thing stopping China from totally taking over the Philippines. They have their lap dog Duterte bad mouthing the US and he has many followers and blind supporters.

[@jansSundews]

Here are my takes in this issues: 1. We don't really mind who will rule the world in the future. We all know that this war is all because of world dominance. 2. If China will just be friendly to us Filipinos and honor our claims which is just within our natural territory? We will be surely closer to Chinese people. If China will just avoid aggression and give us what we claimed? We might end up helping the Chinese to secure their intentions. 3. We (Filipinos) all know that China need this so called 'South China Sea". They need it for trades amd homeland security. They need to dominate this sea inorder to secure their future route. But, they don't need to be aggressive and water Canon or chase our small fisherman's boats just to impose their dominance. 4. I my self have my mainland Chinese blood runs through my vain (my great-grandfather was a migrant during China's great famine). But if China will forcefully take what is closer to us, or what is rightfully to us? I definitely welling to die for my country. 5. We don't need American military presence in our land. We Filipinos always have a chilling impressions regarding having American military base AGAIN in our country. If China read and study our history? We kicked out American bases because we don't really need them. But if China will continue these aggressively? China should know (if they study Phils war history) that despite our short comings regarding armaments and manpower? We Filipinos don't give up. We will fight tell the end, we always have. Spain 333yrs, US for decades, Japan despite superior and more advanced. We can drag China down economy if war will happens, yes we might suffer more, but definitely China economy will never be the sam again eafter this war. Conclusions: Look, we all know that in order for China to take the number 1 superpower from US is either to go to war? Or to wait till they surpass US economy and world dominance. With these? China should avoid bullying other smaller nations just to reiterate their dominance. China should increase their deplomatic ties especially with their neighboring countries. For sure Philippines will be the first nation to back them up. For the reasons that we have more Chinese mixed blood than any Western world. We have the oldest China town. With that said. May we all live in peace and prosperity and be guided with grace by our ancestors and may God bless us with his holy wisdom. Salamat po!

[@TheIceman567]

You stopped fighting the USA in 1902 and asked for independence

[@superjnovaannularaurora9065]

the world don't work that way. when you are weak you will have to pick side to help you maintenance the right of your spot. do you think if the us or any European nation won't step in, china will stop? be realistic. china won't stop. the reason china stop/slow down is due to the us backing Philippine.

[@nicofranco3432]

It's ok to be against war but it is never an assurance to prevention but rather the Filipino people must be more aware. Whether we like it or not, conflicts will happen in this region. History can tell. The Philippines' geographic location is one reason why such conflict is likely unavoidable.

[@udontknowme7798]

It seems that it's different from what area/island in the Philippines who support US or China. I have lived in on Mindanao for 7.5 years, and I am much interested in politics. I have talked about exactly this, and I guess that over 95% of those I talk to do support China. But on Luzon it's more like 50/50. Many do not like that US is let in for using the military bases, something that many sees as a provocation against China who wanna do more serious trade with the Philippines, even build new class A highways all over the country, making the most modern bridges, both over and under the sea as floating bridges between Leyte and the 1400m deep Surigao Strait, for both cars and train. But China will probably not help the Philippines as long they're housing someone that wanna attack China, something that will cause problem for the Philippines as one of the first!

[@bingbong5159]

👍 Interesting and good point

[@augustuslunasol10thapostle]

Your assessments are incredibly biased to china china wants our territory ASEAN can be negotiated with China cannot if we side with china who will protect US from? The US? Lmao they have no territorial disputes with us the rest of ASEAN? Its not like their all barbarians they can be negotiated with the only country china can protect us from is itself

[@pauloazuela8488]

They already attack fishermen even without US bases here present. They're not friendly and countless diplomacy to solve issue with the regional waters did nothing but mock us and continues harassing fishermen but now with US being here , they were in a more convenient excuse to do so. Those who support China fully are as blind as those who trust US fully. But what can we do? We're not that well off economically to start preparing because there's no way China will give up Taiwan. Taiwan doesn't also want to give itself back to China.

[@andrewcolleen1698]

Just because Filipino doesn’t want us military bases here doesn’t mean they support china. Use your brain

[@_Wai_Wai_]

During the 1899 - 1902 Philippine American War, American soldiers and other witnesses sent letters home which described some of these atrocities. For example, In November 1901, the Manila correspondent of the Philadelphia Ledger wrote: "The present war is no bloodless, opera bouffe engagement; our men have been relentless, have killed to exterminate men, women, children, prisoners and captives, active insurgents and suspected people from lads of ten up, the idea prevailing that the Filipino as such was little better than a dog...". It was not until after WW2, did the USA relinquished control of the Philippines.

[@emadabz6886]

Hilum day oi

[@EkimNalim]

and the more we remember that the more we hate them its like china looking at what japan did in nanjing in WW2, the result China hate Japan, are we in that same category now? TIMES change, of course we do not forget history however I say we stay neutral as both are economic partners at the same time US is a defense partner, its also China's fault because of their unilateral take over of the West Philippine sea taking advantage of past "WEAK" leaders and past corrupt AFP. Now is a different security challenge we need to also play the geo-politics to get back what is ours, and maybe just maybe say were okay we do not need you both. The more we side with one country the more we become divided.

[@daniloserrano225]

Those were the atrocities committed by the Japanese invaders. Anyone who insist that Japan attack the Philippines because of the US bases were just brain washed by the communist and anti-US sympathizers. China never had US bases but was conquered also by Japan.

[@ChiekoGamers]

@@emadabz6886 saba oi bogo

[@_Wai_Wai_]

@@emadabz6886 I do not speak Tagalog.

[@mischief_machines]

The old relationship between the Philippines and China is strong. But there should be a distinction between Imperial China (pre 1912), the Republic of China which separated from the mainland and settled to become independent Taiwan, and the current ruling Communist Party. They are all China, but they are also different entities.

[@showtime1235]

it’s honestly disgusting how this video is portrayed as pro china propaganda us filipinos obvious favor usa FAR over china and it’s disgusting how they went over hundreds of pro usa filipinos to find a few pro china traitors to make it seem like the support is even absolutely disgusting

[@user-ltrsnqi]

Who wants to be put between china and usa in a war? Wake up

[@Cloudywithachanceofrain21]

are you aware of American propaganda as well?

[@showtime1235]

@@Cloudywithachanceofrain21 ofc but that doesn’t change anything from what i’ve said

[@Cloudywithachanceofrain21]

@@showtime1235 it does. If ur only tuning in on one side of an argument you will never see the good in the other side. Same thing with politics

[@jayvhoncalma3458]

​@@Cloudywithachanceofrain21 shut up pinky

[@MG77740]

Marcos is not an idiot. He's seen what has happened to non-Nato countries in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and doesn't want the Philippines to be in their position. He doesn't want to be a Moldovia or rushing to apply for Nato membership like Finland and Sweden. Instead, he's building up a deterrent and bringing the Philippines into an alliance with the US, Japan, South Korea, Australia and of course, Nato countries will be along for the ride as well as many other countries, if we see war break out in that region.

[@SansaStarkw]

NATO Member states as of April 2023 are: Albania, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Turkey, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

[@MG77740]

@@SansaStarkw Yes, Finland rushed, after the Ukraine invasion and was admitted in April. Turkey is still blocking Sweden’s entry. Finland and Sweden had ample reason to apply for membership and begin integrating their defenses before the war in Ukraine. If a NATO country is attacked the others must defend that country. The United States is a NATO country.

[@andrewcolleen1698]

@@MG77740 turkey already approved Sweden

[@MG77740]

@@andrewcolleen1698 last week, yes, sounds like they won’t block

[@reuben459]

Your absolutely right ... Marcos Jnr is not an idiot ... HE knows how to protect his family assets in the US? ..... who are you to him?

[@yahspoetyahu-thepoeticword7322]

It's the World Banking Committee!! (Blackrock) The Cartel of European Bankers that hold and own ALL of the money and resources!! Therefore they rule the world!!!!

[@indiasuperclean6969]

WOW VERY DANGEROUS SIR! 😠😠I WILL NEVER GO TO PHILIPPHINES VERY POOR PLACE! 😠BUT THIS WHY IM SO LUCKY LIVE IN SUPER INDIA THE CLEANEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD 🇮🇳🤗 , WE NEVER SCAM! WE GIVE RESPECT TO ALL WOMEN THEY CAN WALK SAFELY ALONE AT NIGHT AND WE HAVE CLEAN FOOD AND TOILET EVERYWHERE 🇮🇳🤗🚽, I KNOW MANY POOR PEOPLE JEALOUS WITH SUPER RICH INDIA 🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗🇮🇳🤗

[@jessicahayes9788]

Bingo!

[@toothlesshewhoreignsoverdr1190]

@@indiasuperclean6969 i cant tell if this is a joke or not, bravo

[@RenanCampos-l3q]

i am a filipino and and i know that america colonized the philippines for 50 years but that is in the past and that is over. what is important now is what china is doing, which an illegal claim to the teritory of the philippines that is covered by the exclusive economic zone of the philippines. even though the philippines was colonized by america before but america still did something good to the philippines during world war 2 but because of america the japanese conquered the philippines and many lost their lives of americans for the philippines

[@TheIceman567]

Love to the Philippines 🇵🇭 🤝🇺🇸

[@Aashu299]

Wow! I’m really happy and surprised to see how wise Filipinos are. Don’t be another Ukraine. Keep the dialogue route open with both the powers and focus on building more alliances. All the best!

[@augustuslunasol10thapostle]

Your ignorant more ignorant then a cow ukraine was invaded twice and they weren’t even choosing sides they just wanted more trading partners and autonomy in 2014 in 2022 russia invaded again for no reason ignorant as ever

[@1BasedAmerican]

You can't actually be insinuating that it's the US's fault are you?! You're insane. It's Russias fault.

[@walterrumohr7090]

Ask them which Permanent Visa they prefer, China or America that’s the best positive survey you get.

[@wongwljoey]

The biggest threat to the Philippines, south east Asia or even the entire world. Is not these two countries by themselves. It’s if these two powers agree, see eye to eye and choose to have full cooperation militarily and economically. Allies and enemies change often. Human history proves this.

[@papi-sauce]

name one country that China has invaded in the past 20 years.

[@sinag.hiraya]

the problem is neither of this powers are backing down, both greedy and ambitious and scared to be replaced as superpowers. 😅 so this rivalry will continue.

[@topibundar9554]

When two elephants fight, small animals around them suffers

[@Fishslayer007]

I have to agree with the fillipinos on this. Historically, the facts are laid out on the table, and doesn't paint a pretty picture for America. Then again, America repeats history, and never learns from it. But bear in mind, its the unscrupulous politicians who are always reniging on agreements, and backstabbing. It occured as recently as in Afghanistan with the northern alliance with the Kurds. The shit hits the fan, and we start losing against China. Which is not surreal, America will bail out as it usually does, and leave these islanders to hang out and dry.

[@superjnovaannularaurora9065]

that logic don't necessary hold true. europe have been at war with each others for thousand of years and so is Asia. how Philippine became Philippine? china became these big because they go and conquered smaller state(country) and absorbed it. back then the "Philippines" conquered smaller states too. Asian's greatest enemy is not European but it's Asian. European biggest threat is themselves.

[@martinchristianaguilar5135]

Colonial Mentality is still Strong in 🇵🇭 !

[@sethinamug4515]

isn't favoring with China also considered colonial mentality?

[@martinchristianaguilar5135]

@@sethinamug4515 No!, because 🇵🇭 & 🇨🇳 were BOTH ASIAN!!

[@manishgrg639]

@@sethinamug4515 When did China colonized any country?

[@_Wai_Wai_]

@@sethinamug4515 China has never occupied militarily her neighbors. Despite being much closer geographically than the USA or Europeans to the islands.

[@_Wai_Wai_]

@@sethinamug4515 The USA occupied S. Korea and Japan since the end of WW2. If Vietcong lost in their war with USA, I can assure you, Vietnam would be divided in two, with the south occupied by the US and their so called allies.

[@grumpycarl529]

The Philippines didn't want to join any side to begin with. As a nation, i believe that we want to stay neutral as much as possible and to de-escalate a situation as peacefully and as quietly as possible. The problem with China truly escalated when China started harassing our fishermen while in our waters and the chinese coastguard started them away from fishing claiming that "they are in chinese waters". We fought for it in the arbitral tribunal and won against china's 9 dash line claims in the region. But china just straight up ignored our case and are still in the said waters. Our former president even went to china to negotiate 3 times, oust the US army and even willing to buy armaments from China and Russian just for china to acknowledge our efforts. But xi jing ping just keeps ignoring it and his coastguard continue to harass our citizens and even take fish their caught fish. They even ran through a fishing boat and left the filipino fishermen floating at sea, rammed our coastguard and pointed lasers to our coast guard. The chinese ambassador said that "our coastguard are just playing with TOY LASERS!, Grow up PH". What can a poor nation do who has weak defenses physically and cybernetically do to protect it's sovereignty from a big bully tyrant atop the sea? Just stay quiet and silence its citizens? We did everything we can to de-escalate and protect our neutrality but nations cannot take such bullying and not fight back. The welcoming of the US troops back is the last option for the PH to at least help its citizens counter chinese harassment.

[@stivenserani]

Your country is not in Warsaw Pact unlike Switzerland is it what will be interest of the nation's invaders to let Philippines neutral what Philippines can afford you answer me google boy

[@nathanieldavelozada1977]

Pointing Laser means, pointing a target for the laser guided missile on which is a threat. Some missiles use lasers to guide missiles to their target. So basically pointing lasers equals targeting you using laser guided missiles. Laser is not a toy, it is used to guide missiles to their target

[@d00w]

History repeats itself because young generation never experienced the suffering

[@dereklarsen]

Korean War is the Forgotten War. Vietnam War was my wake-up call. I'm completely blown away by the willingness of China's neighbors allow U$ Military Expansion and Provocations,

[@cannyeyes382]

lol! Vietnam is one of China's victims of their brutal conquests and atrocities, stop making lies because the world knows all your atrocities, The 1967 mass killing in Dao County, known as the Dao County Massacre, was 66 days of mass destruction in Hunan Province, China, lasting from August 13 to October 17, 1967. It resulted in 4,519 dead, of whom 4,193 were killed outright and 326 were forced to commit suicide., Beginning with the Red August of Beijing, massacres took place nationwide, including the Guangxi Massacre, in which massive cannibalism also occurred; the Inner Mongolia incident; the Guangdong Massacre; the Yunnan Massacres; and the Hunan Massacres. Almost 90,000 people were counted as dead or missing and presumed dead in the final official Chinese government assessment; the officially reported total killed included more than 5,300 children, the bulk of them students attending classes. They were whipping, flogging, hard labour, exile and capital punishment. Death was still the ultimate price to pay, but gone were the cruel and unusual ways to die. However, Mao's government was responsible for vast numbers of deaths, with estimates ranging from 40 to 80 million victims due to starvation, persecution, prison labour, and mass executions, which drew criticism for being considered totalitarian rule. Death toll. The excess mortality associated with the famine has been estimated by former CCP officials and international experts, with most giving a number in the range of 15-55 million deaths. What was the deadliest famine in history? Great Leap Forward The 'Great Leap Forward'-famine in China from 1959-61 was the single largest famine in history in terms of absolute numbers of deaths. Excess mortality estimates vary hugely, but based on our midpoint estimates, it cost more than double the number of lives than any other famine.

[@walhdamaskus2408]

Young filipinos watching too much Hollywood movies.

[@HK-ce2lj]

So what about the history being repeated?

[@argus-r1j]

@@HK-ce2lj So let the US do the same thing again and help you realize your dreams

[@Valair2021]

This video is so subjective. It is eschewed in showing dissent against American presence in the Philippines. You do not have to be a masters degree holder to understand who is the bigger threat in the region. You may argue all you want and interview all the leftists in the Philippines but the fact remains China has been more agressive, coercive, draconian in its actions in the region.Tibet, Xinjiang and Hong Kong are perfect examples. Who is the biggest imperialist in the world, Its not the US. Islamic Imperialism has conquered more territories than any sovereign state in the 20th century.

[@pizaclatonddd3081]

The US has a lot of business interests in the Philippines and it enforces it with cultural supremacy over the whole country particularly the cities. China is trying to undermine that and make the Philippines part of its sphere of influence and this is why the clashes are happening. The Philippines on the other hand has enacted an unwritten policy of PLAY THEM BOTH which is basically selling itself to the highest bidder and hopefully both sides will try to woo it for every cent. Now what to do with that money after is entirely an internal affair and as of right now will probably be handed out to the ruling cliques in the senate and congress and the current oligarchs on power.

[@tonilim-tw8ep]

Paying high price

[@fisherfriendman]

It will be a high price. Look at how Ukraine turned out, lots of Ukrainian bodies in exchange for payment benefiting the elites only, and people paying in blood.

[@vegamoonlight]

The Chinese came here before those Americans. America wanted a dystopian society that they can freely control by giving their colonized people the illusion that they are living in a dream world. What the Americans brought was cultural genocide.

[@yohohoho-yohohoho]

Pure fiction. US has more business interests in China than the whole of the Philippines. The only major interest for the Americans in the Philippines right now is its geopolitical ambition to contain China. China is undermining nothing, except the US's absolute hegemonic status in the minds of the Americans. Duterte administration was smart enough to balance US hegemonic demands by trading and deepening ties with China. Cannot say the same about current administration.

[@_Wai_Wai_]

notice how countries in South East Asia, that allows Americans and European tourists into their country, end up having more prostitutes, and problems with Foreign pedophiles preying on their children.

[@bluestar2253]

Dena did an excellent job in both parts 1 and 2 videos. I believe the Filipinos do not want to be dragged into conflict in their own land.

[@hclau218]

Really? Didn't hear anyone mention the fact that the US military is 10000 miles from home rattling sabres in this region. Some mentioned the fact that the only country that I vaded and killed philipinoes is the USA. Yet, some said that it is a good thing.. wow.. their heads are stuff too far up the Americans behind.

[@jackychen5578]

Still one side voice, you are not closed to what really happen.

[@TheFriend2u]

Most Fillipinos are as weak willed as like their ineffective President. They are easily impressed by what they see & feel instead of using their brain cells to think logically & sensibily for themselves.

[@choonhockong8215]

Yes,the Philippines should stay neutral with China as a close neighbour. Trade with China and learn to have peaceful coexistence with China. With more dialogue with China under Asean countries umbrella, I think China will agree to give concession to the Philippines and Asean countries. On condition, the US and its allies stay out of the South China Seas and are not involved in the Asean internal affairs.

[@tianzi49]

you said I believe the Filipinos do not want to be dragged into conflicts in their own land ... how brilliant? Maybe you should tell Ukrainians the same thing and then see if you are not met w/ a middle finger ... alliance is everything sir and if you don't believe me you should ask Finnish and Swedish people why they want to join NATO so bad as of late. Also while you are at it ask this question ... who has territorial ambitions against the Phillippines' sovereignty over their lands and territorial waters? ... sobering thought ain't it?

[@pinoyako4363]

This just shows that a lot of Filipinos dont really have the knowledge and understanding of the geopolitical issues which unfortunately the political personalities are taking advantage of their ignorance.

[@regieteves2652]

All pilipino's who said the us is the biggest treat of our loving country, but who is have the big concern of our country? And our sovereignty? All pilipinos who said the biggest treat of our country is us, they not pilipino, it is pro china

[@willjwadley]

I might humbly add another viewpoint to this conversation. The US, with its many, many faults oversaw a global order established after WWII that has led to historic economic growth in nearly every region of the world. Who's military do you think patrols the shipping lanes worldwide that allowed global free trade to be established? Who do you think created an international system that prevents invasion of sovereign nations without severe consequences? Yes, the US has a few times unforgivably broken its own rules (i.e. Iraq), and failed to live up to its ideals, but overall, the last 80 years have by far been the most peaceful of any time in recorded history. It just doesn't seem like it because modern media broadcasts every conflict. China has not had the capacity up to this point to engage in large scale war, but they are rapidly expanding their military for a reason. And if you don't think China wants to exploit other sovereign states, you should take a look at what it's doing in Africa right now. The US is by no means perfect, and has many growing problems, but is there a better alternative? Would you prefer a world dominated by China? There always has been and always will be a dominate power, and I would argue the world would be a much darker, more oppressed, racist, and less-free place if Communist China were to be that power, rather than the US. Chinese citizens, by the way, couldn't even have this debate, because any criticism of their government is severely punished. Thanks for listening and opening my mind to your perspective. Shoutout to my Filipino buddies! (there's a large community in my hometown of Las Vegas).

[@daveccc]

lol mainland Chinese here are reading your such "humble" opinions. But I really do not want to participate more in this specific debate, after all, the US is too noble and powerful and no one deserves an equal position to talk to you. Simply put, what you're saying is that despite the bad (bombing other countries in the name of democracy and freedom for their oil, building overseas military bases to colonize other sovereigns in "modern" ways, global financial hegemony, etc.) we had done, the US is still a good parent and you kids should keep listening to me and trust me forever, peace and love😇

[@fitnessleague909]

难道我不是中国人？

[@evilleader1991]

Holy batman, you are delusional.

[@mustachegurl1714]

True, I dont really like USA in the past because of many bad images and propagandas circulating against them. It takes logic and knowledge on world history to see a much more broader perspective. USA is not perfect but at least they keeping things in balance in every part of the world. I dont want to think about when China and Russia alliance were to dominate the world. There will be no diversity, restricted free speech, and more human rights violations around the world. More and more dictators would rise up as long as they are pro-China. China dont care if theres dictators ruining people of their own country as long as you would side with them.

[@EduruChan]

@@vince45898someone that is able to think clearly should know thar US is using other countries as proxy war and is actively provoking china and u are br4inwashed by US propa

[@jasonswitzer1748]

Filipino-American here. I’m find the opinions of all the interviewees interesting. Yes, the U.S. colonized the Philippines, but it eventually game the Filipinos their independence. On another note, which I didn’t hear discussed… it’s not like the U.S. has never helped the Philippines militarily. My grandmother was in her 20’s during WWII and witnessed the hell enacted by the Japanese at that time. The U.S. did their best to help the Filipinos at that time. Obviously the U.S. was also fighting for its self interest at the time (they needed to systematically remove the Japanese from basically every island it captured at that time in order to win the war), but it’s not like the U.S. didn’t help the Philippines. A lot of U.S. aid paid for the reconstruction of the Philippines after that war. This of course is all history, but if we’re for going to talk about the bad things the U.S. did, we should also remember some of the good as well. Mabuhay!

[@dianaverano7878]

USA is not a problem for Filipinos. China as a neighbor is a problem. China claims west philippine sea as theirs. China harasses our fishermen at sea. Philippines already won, in Hague international court, that west philippine sea is ours legally. That is why we call it west philippine sea. My lawyer friend is one of the lawyers who won that legal battle of sea territory in Hague for Philippines. How can any philippine boat enjoy the sea on that disputed area? To this day, chinese coast guards follow our boats in that area. Typical Filipinos hate what China does to our fishermen. Dont listen to anti-american sentiments. Majority here boils blood over the sea territory with china

[@Cloudywithachanceofrain21]

i agree but during ww2 china was also allies with the US. after ww2 the US turned its back on China since china was becoming stronger and a 'threat' to the US. I'm just saying this so you will be a little more aware with the us's actions and i am not trying to hate on the philipines. (yes i know i am 6 months late)

[@FraudGuruExpert.]

wumaos sir. beware.

[@Nmwv-16v]

Yeah, colonized Philippine, then “gave” them independence, 😂and continued to interfere with its policy-making and make sure that they comply by military force and base.

[@MP_Golden]

I think what we Filipinos need to accept and understand is that either ways there is no safe zone for us between the two Behemoths. There shouldn't be an option in the first place. Either way we will be endangered if one of the two big country decides to exert their power towards us. For me the best approach is to see the present situation of each country in terms of leadership, action towards other foreign countries, and lastly if they are following through actions. Historical evidences shouldn't even be a basis that's like saying we shouldn't trust Mongolia for having Genghis Khan as their ancestor, or Rome because of Julius Ceasar or Germans for having Adolf Hitler. Each era have different circumstances, have different sets of world leader and different world order and the now is no more than different. The real threat is an evil person to hold that kind of power sooner or later. We all just want a safer and peaceful world.

[@tarkov_6]

I'm in the US and I agree this shouldn't be a choice in the first place, I hope nothing happens. Best thing I can say is would it be better having an ally with a country that changes their leaders regularly or a country with one man that cracks down on people with blank sheets of paper?

[@koreancowboy42]

​@tarkov666 I'm asian American and U.S is a better ally than anyone else in the world. How many countries have been living under the care and support of the U.S? And see how Japan, South Korea has grown? South korea is one of America's most supportive ally America joining in the Korean War and training and helping south korea with all the U.S was capable of helping them.

[@yanakal652]

​@koreancowboy42 tell that to Libya and rest of the countries ravaged by wars caused by the US

[@superjnovaannularaurora9065]

@@yanakal652 The war have little to do with how bad the country turn out. There is deeper issues within Libya. It just waiting for someone to crack it then it rushing out like river. every country going through phases. phase 1 - country with no power, stay silence and don't bother no one and let things flow as it is. phase 2- the moment they gain power, they start to insert control and eventually lead to war. phase 3 - they have the power for so long they stay chill and only apply power when it benefit them. these phases apply both to nation to nation and/or within the country. all of these phases is like a boy growing up wants to dominate the other boys. as these boys age, they become more chill and go with the flow.

[@Rob-if5oe]

More than 20,000 Americans died here and 50,000 wounded freeing the Philippines from Japan. How many Chinese have died defending the Philippines?

[@jimher357]

Sounds more like 20,000 Americans died for their leaders interest.

[@bigb6879]

go to chinese cemetery to know how many chinese died for the Philippines

[@Rob-if5oe]

@@bigb6879 They didn't die defending the Philippines. They died here stealing from the Philippines. You can see it every day in the news.

[@Rob-if5oe]

@@bigb6879 Funny thing is, all the Chinese cemeteries are associated with China Towns, not War Memorials. The Chinese segregate themselves and don't assimilate into other cultures.

[@Lenilugz5406]

@@Rob-if5oe That is not enough payment for the millions of Filipinos killed by Americans between 1898 to 1912. The US armed forces have a bad reputation of killing more civilians than enemy soldiers. During the 1945 liberation of Manila, American bombs killed 250,000 civilians.

[@jordanbekale1504]

the right question is how many times has china attacked their neighbors in the history of mankind and how many times has the usa attacked asian countries?

[@taoliu7312]

The 50 years of history before the Philippines became a country was written by the Americans, what do you expect them to know? The Chinese have been fighting hard since the Opium War. It cost hundreds of millions of people, but now we don't have to speak English, we don't get controlled by religion, and we don't have a foreign garrison raping Chinese women. As for fully colonized areas like the Philippines, the "English-speaking" guy in the video is an example. The idea of a lamb is not something that a dragon can understand.

[@HK-ce2lj]

Really? Is it comparable? Did the US grab anyone's territory?

[@NAJ_P_Jackson]

@@taoliu7312 I don't like that you're implying we don't know our own history sir.

[@macklee1427]

The sovereign nations in this world are primarily China, the United States, and Russia, with many others being satellites of developed countries.Other countries can only choose among these three nations to be their friends. Russia has fallen on hard times, and it's risky to be friends with the United States. In Central and South American countries, there's a saying "Too far from heaven, too close to the United States." However, countries that have become friends with China have received significant benefits. The reason Marcos allowed US troops is because his family's assets were controlled by the US government, and very few politicians in democratic elections are clean.

[@eminmmmdov7181]

Nobody is sovereign in this world.All countries especially USA rulled by masonic organization.

[@shoulam3496]

why u.s. come here in pacific region, we don't support u.s

[@mackeyyekcam]

They been here since no communist existence

[@greatBLT]

To ensure that China doesn't do anything to Taiwan or mess around with shipping routes. Or that North Korea doesn't do anything to South Korea.

[@edwardalejandrino3371]

We don’t have sovereignty before because where colonise by Spain before Americans came, America gave us our independence after ww2, read our history.

[@janjanmichael]

Until such time that the Philippines builds and maintains a credible military force that can at the very least defend its territorial air and water, it needs its big brother for support. You cant fight a bully with just words, at some point, you have to make him understand that you will give him a bloody nose if he continues acting like a jerk.

[@andrewcolleen1698]

Agree

[@mikhailangel3258]

Unknown to most Filipinos, Filipinos massacred alot of Chinese forcing them to have an enclave birthing the first china town in ả foreign lands to secure themselves

[@wenderis]

The Spanish fueled them. Spanish were scared of Koxinga who were raiding the spanish port of North Luzon and on the brink of a full invasion before Koxinga's untimely death in 1663.

[@romeocivilino6667]

Chinese then are notorious for many hideous, immoral things that's done not only against the Spaniards but also the native Filipinos whose usually being taken advantaged of by Chinese, who used their Middle Man Status to gain Power, Wealth and Influence both from Native Filipinos and Castillan Elites and Colonizers.

[@NAJ_P_Jackson]

That blame goes to the Spanish colonizers.

[@cynthiabrown9596]

American terrorists never suffer the consequences of their actions.

[@dennisestradda9746]

Chyna just massacres its own 😂

[@kenaidiun3736]

Yet.

[@UCantSeeemeee]

​@@dennisestradda9746you mean trail of tears 😂

[@dennisestradda9746]

@@UCantSeeemeee like 200 years ago, Chinese massacres its own today not to mention all its bloody civi wars that killed entire population of a country today. Im 53 percent Native American so what your bs projection statement about?

[@devolutioninc]

I remember in the late 80's during my elementary years. Our teachers would be talking to us about the danger of an imperialist America and how a potential war with the USSR would catch us between these two great powers. Now instead of the defunct USSR, it is with China. That is also how most of these Filipinos think because of the effect of leftist teachers espousing their ideology. The difference with China and the USSR is that we have an actual dispute with China that can turn violent. Even without the USA, and especially without them, we are actually in a very disadvantaged position against our stance against China.

[@SingkitDude]

Unfortunately and sadly, many of us Filipinos lack the critical thinking to see and think beyond the facade of situations. Case point as can be seen to the current people governing the country. The mentality of many Filipinos is that being white/western is superior in everyway. You can see these american/western influences in everything we do, how we talk, how we do things etc...

[@gtaraya]

@@pingmeup5908 do you live in these nine dash line? let them claim as we can also claim ours but the fact is they never invaded our mainland unlike your american master.

[@vikozlav9903]

Don't speak for all filipinos. Karamihan sa atin nanonood ng news at alam ang nangyayari sa present time

[@celxoirealyx]

Which one of these y'all prefer? 1. Let the Philippines themselves deal with China's occupied shoals and islands in the disputed region. 2. Become a honorary province of China. Leasing their shoals and islands, spearheading China's agenda against the Pacific. 3. Asking the aid of another country; notably the US and its allies as a deterrence. 4. [Probably the most ideal but less likely to happen] A defense treaty of ASEAN countries. The US would come regardless to sell their guns because they knew y'all need it. Capitalism my friend.

[@gtaraya]

@@celxoirealyx definitely the first option. Philippines should deal with China alone. Number 4 is the worst, as alliance that triggers military action is always volatile and easy to ignite by some warmongering interested third party just like what happened to ukraine.

[@celxoirealyx]

@@gtaraya I see. It's unfortunate they lacked the resources to fortify their shoals and islands like Indonesia does to Natuna. Maintaining it is a different story. Option 2 is definitely a no go. Option 4 is unrealistic. They had no choice I guess.

[@noelcortez2315]

Ayaw niyo maulit ang nakaraan pero maraming mga Filipina ngayon ang gustong magka asawa ng Amerikano na tinatawag nilang "AFAM" para makaahon sila sa sobrang kahirapan na nararamdaman nila ngayon Kung ganun lang naman wag na kayo magasawa ng Amerikano kung ayaw niyo maulit ang nakaraan

[@noynoybaqui]

84% of Filipinos support strong US-Philippines military ties. Source: Pulse Asia.

[@skullleader9791]

Everyone has an opinion.. And those Pinoys who think US is a bigger threat to the Philippines than China aren't thinking critically and logically

[@gantenbeinable]

US is an indirect thread. Because uf US military presence, the PH is risking to become a battleground.

[@skullleader9791]

@@gantenbeinable You're obviously not thinking straight or maybe you're a supporter of the Communist party of China. Because of our proximity to China it is unavoidable to not get involved so the Philippines has to choose a side. That said, why would my country choose to side with Chinese colonizers, huh?

[@guycross493]

We tried to pander to the chinese for almost an entire presidential term, they still did not let down their harassment to us, our territorial waters, and our economy. So we turned to the US, again. It's unfortunate but our national budget is strained as it is because of multiple factors so we can't just ramp up our military. Might as well rent it to the US for some security and privileges. With or without the intervention of the US, in the case of conflict between these two superpowers, we are literally and geographically in the line of crossfire, and inevitably fall in eithers control in war. Pick the lesser evil I'd say.

[@southkoreausasmaster8805]

Because every time the Chinese government tries to cooperate with the Philippine government, the United States will use its military and the puppet officials of the Philippine government to destroy relations. The same thing happened with the cooperation between China and South Korea, China and Japan, every time the United States tried to disrupt the status quo, China could only fight back hard.

[@dimassatrio985]

China and Philippine have some maritime conflict, then why the hell philippines even fully allow America to build military base on their land to "protect" filipinos interest, it doesn't make sense

[@fakoneuwyong]

It's so amazing, many countries hate China because they have been disputing the ownership of the sea, but they love US that once colonized their land & even give their land as military bases 😮, that young pinoy even thanks to US for the colonize his motherland so he could speak english. This made me think that "fathersea" much more precious than "motherland".

[@thelemonpepperdon]

What a load of nonsense 😂 China is trying to take other countries territory by force just because they say it's theirs all the sudden

[@HK-ce2lj]

Stop living in the past, the question is who's the aggressor in the present time.

[@HK-ce2lj]

@deljohnlumongsod1000 who's the US being bullied?

[@MrTask141]

​@@HK-ce2ljwho is the aggressor may i ask??

[@fakoneuwyong]

It reminds me of some Hongkongers, in the past British invaded their island & humiliated their ancestor but nowadays they're dying for to idolize the British & even go there to only become the servants, such a failed generation. 😱

[@calebfet3060]

other Filipinos dont know what really going on, they dont know that the US is dragging us on their War.

[@TheIceman567]

How?

[@johnphilipmacabasco6973]

stupid you dont know anything economy war and territory dispute is two different thing we have our own war with china and US is helping us

[@IanRayT.Concepcion]

How? And which side should we join? The power hungry jerk who bullies us everytime or some imperialistic country who are still trying to help us with our situation? Which would escalate the situation?

[@slapshox]

Asia should be asians not european. thats what china is trying to do and philippines is stragic point for the US thats why this is happening to the philippines.

[@topibundar9554]

Usa doesnt want the war to come in their shore to fast, so they use another country close to their enemies as their military base and as a first WARZONE before it reach to usa shore

[@quazars236]

obviously both of them has this great interest here in our country due to our strategic geographic location not to mention our rich natural resources. these are two competing superpowers both militarily and economically. in an event of war between this two great powers of which is very likely to happen, the Philippines, whether we like it or not will be their battle ground or just a test facility for their new weaponS. our current leadership have envisioned an additional EDCA sites in the country from 5 to 11 and now to 17. he said it is for strengthening the defense of the Philippines.. really?

[@vegamoonlight]

But the Japanese have stealthily been plundering our resources using infrastructure projects as guises to excavate historical artifacts and minerals. P.S. Japan is a vassal state of the US so they are in cahoots.

[@daniloserrano225]

What else it would be? What is doubtful about that?

[@quazars236]

@@daniloserrano225 actually there is none, conventional minds says so.😅

[@daniloserrano225]

@@quazars236 That is the problem with most of our "KABABAYAN" most have limited resources but there are still a few like us that knows better. It is a no brainer that the EDCA sites will add to the national security of the country. Knowing what China is doing encroaching on our territory. I am not a pro-BBM but I like what he is doing with EDCA. I was a pro-Duterte before but he turned out to be siding with China regardless of the bullying tactics and territorial grab which continued during his administration. Unlike Taiwan, the Phil is very easy to conquer because we do not have the capability to defend the country against China. Only the strongest military power (US) is stopping China from being more aggressive to their neighbors like Putin in Europe. Our military will be glad to fight side by side with US Forces should it become necessary just like in WWII. I will be glad to discuss with you anything pertaining to this matter. Okay, hanggang sa susunod, let us keep the Philippines free, no more Duterte, nabili na ng intsik si Digong, ayaw ilabas ang yaman sa bangko at isa rin sa mga kurap na pulitiko na nagtatago sa BANK SECRECY LAW.

[@cosmicluna5783]

​@@quazars236If the US and China ever went to war, it wouldn't matter if we were neutral or not.

[@Realygoodatbball]

The United States is a staunch ally of the Philippines and has consistently demonstrated a commitment to its security and stability. Through joint military exercises, intelligence sharing, and defense partnerships, the United States has helped to deter potential threats and maintain peace in the region. The United States has a long-standing tradition of supporting democratic values and human rights, which aligns with the aspirations of the Filipino people. The free market structure in the United States enables economic freedom, entrepreneurship, and innovation, promoting individual liberty and prosperity. China's Communist Party-led government operates under a different political system that limits individual freedoms, curtails freedom of expression, and restricts access to information. This raises concerns about the potential erosion of liberties in countries that come under Chinese influence. From a geopolitical perspective, China's assertive actions in the South China Sea have caused tensions in the region. The United States, through its presence and commitment to freedom of navigation operations, has been seen as a stabilizing force, working to maintain the status quo and ensuring the freedom of international waters.

[@larrynonot7821]

Please study history and you will know whos the real threat.

[@ivangopnik772]

And do please study Geopolitics and analyze the situation and see who's the present threat

[@leymarluardo364]

Focus on what is in front of you. stop looking back the past.

[@NAJ_P_Jackson]

@@leymarluardo364 Understanding the past can help safeguard the Future.

[@SeanAnthony-j7f]

Study logic instead

[@anamarie777]

They threat to our country are those who are afraid to fight and the are not of course fit to live enjoy the blessings of freedom only those who are not afraid to fight are fit to live

[@TheIceman567]

Are you from the Philippines do you like the USA and Americans?

[@gold_real_money]

Investing billions in infrastructure is called a threat and investing billions in expansion of military base and project is called a friend

[@mattk8810]

China is literally taking their sea borders and islands right now

[@jameslawrence4199]

I am deeply saddened if someone's life was taken for any reason other than defense.

[@merrick6484]

People from Iraq and Afganistan couldn‘t agreed with you more.

[@xotwod3254]

This gonna be a very important video within the next 10 years.

[@Reyfacunla]

America has no intension to take our country , they are our saviors in any treat, for long time back, Americans sacrificed their people to give us our independence day from other countries who wanted to conquer our country.be blessed w have this us in our country.

[@TheIceman567]

Love to the Philippines 🇵🇭 🤝🇺🇸

[@justinpetersen5273]

How are you caught in the middle when they are messing with your freedom we’re protecting you because of their being hostile

[@LawasSarawak]

USA propaganda

[@justinpetersen5273]

@@LawasSarawak lol whatever you say pal

[@Jimi_Lee]

Wow, so many trust their occupiers over their long time good neighbor. Stockholm syndrome.

[@NEOSCISSORSJAGUARPRIME]

GOOD NEIGHBOR WHO'S REALLY A RED BACKSTABBER😂😂😂😂

[@Jimi_Lee]

@@NEOSCISSORSJAGUARPRIME How so?

[@NEOSCISSORSJAGUARPRIME]

@@Jimi_Lee OH, LETS SEE, U MAKE AN OUTPOST ON MISCHIEF REEF AS A "SHELTER FOR CHINESE FISHERMEN" EVEN IF ITS CLEARLY NOT URS AND HEAVILY ARMED , U DRIVE AWAY POOR FILIPINO FISHERMEN IN OUR SEAS, AND THEN U ATTEMPTED TO DEVELOP A WHOLE ISLAND BUT SPECIFICALLY FOR CHINESE WHICH WILL EVENTUALLY DRIVE OUT THE FILIPINO INHABITANTS😱😜😅

[@dennisestradda9746]

USA of dog eating, fake baby formula cutting corners mafia CCP any day

[@Jimi_Lee]

@@NEOSCISSORSJAGUARPRIME So nothing specific, just fears about potential conflict some time in the future Ok. BTW, specifically, what gives the Philippines absolute control over those waters?

[@didyoumissedmegobareatersk2204]

They choosed this And it will hurt them bad i will say this for sure... As from the long time the filipino people are okay with Colinizers Controlling them that's their fate since past timess and it is counting on..when they are picking America To host their Military base this close to china and not expect China to do anything ..Always remember When Giants Fights Ants alaways get crushed! Remember How Ancient China has never invaded filipinos and Cooperated them but not the same can be said for USA ..anyways Its the choice of avg Filipinos And They are decideding their fate..

[@CarlitoKK]

China is actively annexing Filipino territory. Idiot. 😂😂😂😂

[@cocaineminor4420]

​@@CarlitoKK really? If anything American military is on Philippines territory lol not Chinese

[@pisablavatsky-cb3dd]

Poor filipinos will be pawn just like Ukrainians. Philippines is militarily occupied by US. It is still a colony of US. It will be destroyed just like Ukrain😢 Advance RIP to poor filipinos. Prepare yourself to die or become refugees in other countries

[@fkoff7649]

CHINA HAS LONG BEEN STEALING PH TERRITORY AND MILITARIZING THEM AND BULLYING FILIPINO FISHERMEN, IT'S NOT THE PH'S FAUT NOR THE U.S FAULT. SO STOP ACTING IGNORANT. ALSO, ANCIENT CHINA CAN NEVER INVADE FILIPINOS, CHINA WAS A VERY POOR COUNTRY BACK THEN.. AND HAS NO CAPABILITY.

[@CPPidiots]

just type in chinese. google can speak english betted 😂

[@Komainu959]

00:14 I am Japanese. I find the statement that the US is the number one imperialist in the world to be rather interesting. It's true in that it's the number one imperialist nation that still has the military might to do so but Spain (a country that held control over the Philippines along with many other European nations were quite adept at Imperialism/colonialism). Also the Philippines were signed over from Spain to the US. The number one imperial nation only fought off Japan but also then let the Philippines become their own nation (rightfully so). But...I mean they didn't have to. That's literally the opposite of what an imperial nation should have done. As for the 1899 to 1902 war- It also glosses over the fact that the Philippines were part of Spain prior to the US taking over. That's not to diminish the fact that they should be their own country but there is also the fact that it lead to the official formation and recognition of the Philippines as their own nation. Why? Because if Spain were still in control when WW2 broke out they would not have been able to take back the country from Japan and the Philippines most likely exist under Japanese rule today.

[@TheIceman567]

Do you like the USA and Americans?

[@junfalushir4106]

do you think japanese ruling the philippines is a good thing...i wonder what will happen?

[@taycbsg]

In the history of the Philippines, who has attacked the country ever?

[@jalend9974]

The empire of Japan

[@karaka2253]

USA and Spain mostly

[@davet9708]

I wouldn't trust America.

[@STOCKmarket-fo1fh]

Don't trust anybody.. Only people will help you because they need from you.. Now, China wants to be super power...

[@dennisestradda9746]

Can’t trust Chinese baby formula 😂

[@davet9708]

@@dennisestradda9746 I wouldn't trust none of them.

[@Hury209]

@@davet9708 then what you gonna do? You must choose side.. there is no other option :)

[@davet9708]

@@Hury209 Am not choosing any sides.

[@Aaronrao02]

"It would be beneficial for all Asian countries to forge closer ties in economic, military, and political spheres. Given our shared cultural heritage, similar physical features, and common sentiments, collaboration would be more advantageous than competition. Similarly, it's perplexing that in the Middle East, with a prevalent sentiment against Israel, there isn't a united front."

[@mirrorocean3852]

Not with Laos Cambodia Myanmar though these shitholes are the the poorest and the least developed countries in the world. They would suck everything out of you. Burden

[@iceteazen]

but without a stable economy that's just non nonsensical dream

[@creazytinr]

Lmao filipinos don't shared cultural heritage with chinese

[@user-jt3dw6vv4x]

Lmao similar physical features? How many countries in Asia do you think there are?

[@karlsfishtube5305]

Chinese has no intention to share anything. You are misleading with bad intentions.

[@DoseofKuyaEcho]

By hearing most of them talk kinda aggressively angers me , I am An American citizen who lives in the Philippines and I can say by far we have no did or done anything to harm the Filipino citizens/ people.. your president asked out troops to joined hands so if you didn’t want that to happen you could’ve spoken out .. if there was to be war here in the Philippines I will 100% join sides with my fellow Americans as we help the citizens of the Philippines Always RED,WHITE AND BLUE 🇺🇸

[@Cloudywithachanceofrain21]

thats kind of different, (correct me if im took ur comment the wrong way) But they are not taking about the US citizens as a threat. they are saying how the military is. As you may know the US has alot of control and influence around the globe and could use that as an advantage. The US turned its back on China after ww2 dur to how fast china was growing. So the US started posting lies so people will hate China more and more. Im not stating that China is innocent but just how the US is using countries like the Philippines as a pawn. Many countries has experienced this as well. I just don't want philipines to become another Afghanistan or Ukraine

[@itsmapleman]

Thank you for interviewing the people of Olongapo city. They know what's going on. Mabuhay ang Zambales! 🇵🇭

[@miralu1279]

The Chinese have sailed the South China Sea for thousands of years. The countries around the South China Sea have Chinese descendants to prove this. The Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia all have millions of Chinese descendants who still maintain Chinese culture and speak Chinese language. And vice versa, Filipinos did not appear in Vietnam, China. Before Spain came to the Philippines, the Ming Dynasty of China had conferred local officials in the Philippines.

[@fkoff7649]

SAILED DOESN'T MEAN OWNWED.

[@miralu1279]

@@fkoff7649 Millions of Chinese descendants have lived in the Philippines for thousands of years. There are Chinese around you.

[@fkoff7649]

@@miralu1279 SO? WHAT'S TH E BIG DEAL? OBVIOUSLY THEY HAVE MOVED TO THE PHILIPPINES FROM CHINA BEC CHINA BACK THEN DON'T HAVE MANY OPPORTUNITIES. LOTS OF POOR CHINESE MIGRANTS CAME TO THE PH TO SEEK FOR A BETTER LIVING. NOT TO MENTION THE COMMUNIST CHINESE GOVT.

[@ApoWangOd92333]

​@@miralu1279i have chinese ancestors, my grandparents are pure chinese but decided to change their last names to a filipino sounding lastnames..

[@miralu1279]

@@henrygonzales9666 When Chinese people go to the Philippines, they will pass through the South China Sea. There are many people of Chinese descent in the Philippines. So, is there any problem if the islands in the South China Sea belong to China?

[@Iss-baar-400-paar]

Feel so sorry for the peace loving people of Philippines. The arms race and power struggle of the powerful nations is destroying the smaller nations and the world.

[@MTCFIRSTNAMEMTCLASTNAME]

Powerful Nations will take advantage to the Philippines because the country is weak. If the country is as powerful as Japan I don't think China and US will mess with the country.

[@MG77740]

I don't think they need your sympathy. Everyone has to fight for their freedom. Its their choice. They are a free country. They are free to side with the CCP, the democracies or try to stay out of it. Don't be sorry for them. That's sick.

[@Iss-baar-400-paar]

@@MG77740 ThanQ so much for your input. I am so much wiser. You could possibly even advise the AJ+ not to make such videos and to stop making the world aware of the situation in the Philippines.

[@シウ-o1x]

Yea I feel so sorry for the peace loving people of Philippines. If they had the great firewall that prevents them from learning about democracy and human rights, they would never need to think about this kind of trouble.

[@MG77740]

@@シウ-o1x Absolutely right. If they didn’t know the thin line between freedom and slavery, they could be deaf and blind to the consequences of ignorance to the threat.

[@jinoz8560]

US said "Iron clad", they normally say one thing and do another.

[@Allgood33]

Because there are suckers born everyday.

[@VYAEEN]

the girl saying US is a biggest treat is a half chinese lol

[@enricotongol2155]

Hahahaha 😂

[@Tebogo16v]

She doesn't have a point,the us has spread more death and destruction than any other nation today

[@RJKookie]

Joe Biden hardly knows what day it is - let alone know where the Philippines is on a map.

[@reinpinebook825]

Obviously.

[@Egg_14]

😂

[@markogavrilovic2583]

"Philipines gave permission to US"... Haven't heared funnier thing in recent days...

[@pratik6342]

Without thier permission technically you can't set your base there.

[@isoboy2125]

​@@pratik6342the permission is largely performative. Countries rejecting US demands either get "liberated", couped or suffer sanctions which spark about humanitarian crises. 💀

[@pratik6342]

@@isoboy2125 India rejects US most of the time, except when when India is having benefit in it, be it buying Russian oil, S400's or not condemning Russia. US can't dare to sanction India. India sees it's interst first and have sovereign policy unlike US Vessels. I think it's time for other countries to learn the same. It's multipolar world, US is no longer a only super power. The world order is changing. The center of growth and power is moving from Europe USA to Asia, especially to China, India, Indonesia and other rising economic giants.

[@ivangopnik772]

At least we don't host Chinese bases

[@isoboy2125]

@@ivangopnik772 exactly. No matter how the media portrays the situation otherwise... there's very little sovereignty to speak of once a superpower occupies your land with military forces.

[@RTP2011]

“We can not trust America” (While wearing a Captain America shirt)These people are inept.

[@carlomagno1196]

Yes, from a shirt that's made in China. Talk about inept, you are a sellout.

[@solidpas761]

If looking at history I'd side with China, but idc what will happen to this country. Its policies and ideologies already mirrors USA

[@answer007-b2n]

可惜菲律宾民主主义太早抬头了。

[@southkoreausasmaster8805]

As Chinese, our purpose is to drive the US out of Asia because it doesn't belong here, and the US military presence in Asia is only to bring destruction and contain China's development. Because he knows he can't beat China economically.

[@strangeman9362]

You want to side to the CCP of china ? What ? You want CCP credits in the Philippines ?

[@711jastin]

SEA countries have negative opinions toward China in general, particularly caused by the sea border issues.

[@Wvk5zc]

You don't speak for SEA. I am one and I despise US much much more

[@711jastin]

@@Wvk5zc do you understand "in general"? And may i politely ask why do you despise the US, in what sense?

[@answer007-b2n]

@@711jastin好好思考下，为什么菲律宾手机东盟里最穷的国家？为什么马来西亚，越南，印度尼西亚都在快速发展，而菲律宾仍停步不前。你有空宣扬对中国的莫名仇恨，不如仔细问下自己，菲律宾现在最需要的是什么，以及又是哪个国家突然把你们推到了战火边缘。没记错的话，2023年初，你们的总统手机第一个受邀访问中国的领袖，而你们后来却转头就给了美军基地？

[@711jastin]

@@answer007-b2n 是谁无视国际法庭仲裁强占南中国海数个岛礁非法建立基地？是谁划的无理取闹的九段线强占东南亚数国的专属经济海域是谁的海警船频繁与当地渔船发生摩擦？是谁的军机多次无预警飞入他国领空？是谁的渔船长期非法捕捞他国渔源？今天美军一出走，第一个来踩上一脚的必定是共匪。你们小粉红只会用金钱衡量合法性吗？这是社会主义唯一教会你们的东西吗？中国高速发展又是托了谁的福？包子帝吗？还是毛腊肉？

[@invest8mins]

in general these issues do not exist in the US, as those disputed areas have become California, Texas, New Mexico, and even Puerto Rico

[@peterlim3189]

Now that the US have been stationed in Philippines bases and there's no way they will leave again! 🎉🎉🎉

[@mackeyyekcam]

False..they just did decade ago...

[@peterlim3189]

@@mackeyyekcam now they brought more war machines & I doubt they will leave without a fight!!! Cause they can take the whole Philippines in days!

[@mackeyyekcam]

@@peterlim3189 they are allies of Filipinos...Strong bond no matter what you do.

[@hink0027]

@@mackeyyekcam like people said , They don't cry until they see the coffin

[@mackeyyekcam]

@@hink0027 China is evil and you are his agent in ph...You will never succeed in philippines even in civil war.

[@dominadoralegado1121]

Your asking wrong question why the us will become a threat? That we have defence treaty. nonsence.

[@702flyguy]

“ you cannot 100% trust America” says the guy wearing Capt. America shirt😂

[@reyelemia5804]

And that shirt probably made in China

[@manishgrg639]

@@reyelemia5804 even underwear that murican soldiers wear are from China

[@anthonystarita1149]

Well ⚖️

[@greatBLT]

Captain America has railed against the US government before. To not trust the government is the American way.

[@TheMilpitasguy]

Yes, of course. The Chinese PLA is ramming and sinking Filipino fishing boats, but lo and behold, America is the bigger threat !! Makes sense to me. LOL

[@gantenbeinable]

US is a thread to China. Philippines hosting US troups is risking its country to become a battleground.

[@Cloudywithachanceofrain21]

yea the us is. building bases and using countries as pawns to get what they want while looking like a hero really helps in this case too. LOL

[@jan-jans143]

you asked a security guard who's boss is a Chinese. lol 4:13

[@darluna6816]

go her in china and live there forever

[@anjodelosreyes6440]

China of course, look at Hongkong, Taiwan, and old Chinese colonized people like Xinjiang, Mongol, Tibet, they have no freedom. The US colonized us but freed us, China does not give much freedom to its colonists. We had war with the US but the US also helped us against the Japanese. US colonization is in the past but Chinese colonization is definitely in the present. We have more than 4million Filipinoes and US citizens in the US we have just thousands just above 12k+ in Mainland China, and its highly unlikely to be a citizen of China. Sure we have a long tradition of trade with China and the Chinese, but the CCP destroyed their 4 olds, the current one way trade of made in China goods was made possible when they opened up, with western capital. But it came at a cost for us, I still recall going to china to help setup manufacturing plant for a Japanese company that has been operating in our local Export Processing Zone, they later closed some of the local manufacturing plants, and many Filipinoes who train the chinese lost their jobs. China is also chainging back to the Mao era communist style. In China the CCP has a representative in any company and could take over that company when at a whim. There is no property ownership in China the CCP owns everything. In other words, I would not want to be under the CCP.

[@jielin6342]

Really? To be honest, your president is just a puppet, an agent of the United States, you understand. He exists to drain your blood

[@Cloudywithachanceofrain21]

i hate to tell you this but hong kong was coninized by the british and Taiwan started the civil war first but lost. they have freedom. they arn't trapped inside the country like north korea

[@wenderis]

Many people had said it before, the only sensible way to have a real say in this is that all ASEAN countries must deal with this issue together with one singular outward posture. The only way a small country like the Philippines or Laos to actually seen as equal for US and China rather than puppets are to go together with the rest of ASEAN, bilaterally. Again only in this issue and posture if not policies. Looking at how the US looks at China, it seems to be both the Republican n Democrat are quite bipartisan for this issue, this tension could go on for many years. Even if, just like the OG cold war, war never actually arrived, for as long as the tension exist, no just and significant trade could happened between the region and the two powers. Look at Indonesia (and Malaysia to some extent), it plays in the ambiguity of power. Yes its better than the confusing inferior posture of Duterte and BBM, but they couldn't sustain this ambiguity if they are by themselves. The same thing applies to the hard-headedness of Vietnam, it wont be sustainable if they're the only one doing it. I'm not sure how, but surely Duterte's sinolicking and Marcos's 'yes, uncle Sam' is might be even worse than an almost failed state like Myanmar.

[@LukeTremblay-mo4lf]

@@pingmeup5908 They seem to be pro China because of Vietnam, Vietnam invaded Laos around 1500s and 1700s, there are more countries that Vietnam Thailand had invaded, but Laos is probably the most innocent country in SEA. They were always dragged into war without a reason, even today there are millions of land mines in Laos from Vietnam war.

[@LukeTremblay-mo4lf]

ASEAN will never be pro-US because the US never bring prosperous to Asia, the US never really help any countries for fundamental development of industrialization, almost all big countries in Asia inherit heavy industry from USSR. Americans are here for American interest, but they are not looking for a stable Asia. China is also looking for Chinese interest, but they also want a stable Asia, so they can do business with countries. The US military never look for stable region to stir some shit. They are the No.1 warmonger. Invite them to be in Asia for security reason is laughable. THEY ARE HERE TO DETER CHINA, IF SOMETHING BAD HAPPEN, THEY CAN DESTORY ASIAN ECONOMY, JUST LIKE WHAT THEY DID TO EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST.

[@VisibleMRJ]

Only comment I agree with. ASEAN should get together militarily like nato and protect Philippines and Taiwan from China. Militarily we are lesser than the US but ASEAN is a much better choice because we are not interested in destroying China unlike the US so war is the last thing ASEAN would resort to.

[@mykonos8198]

Sorry but this isn't realistic at all, most ASEAN countries are developing countires and are more focus with their economy than to join in the dispute, some countries are just neutral and other just don't care. You have to remember, PH is dealing with China who is 10x more in population and military defense. PH has no choice but to ask US for assistance since both are binded by a mutual defense treaty.