The strategic concerns of the region already elevate it to top priority for pretty much every nation; access to oil and safe passage of sea vessels. Regardless of what happens in the initial event, I believe it would still be the trigger to an event that would be global in scope.
A peeing match between China and Philippines won’t be much of a war.
I’m tempted to say go right ahead Rodrigo, show us just how macho you are.
Big kerfuffle for a whole week, then Rodrigo either is dead or has tail tucked permanently between legs.