Hegseth pushes discreet Asia defense plan as he cites improved U.S.-China ties at Shangri-La
TL;DR
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth used the Shangri-La Dialogues to tout improved U.S.-China relations while urging a quiet, more deliberate defense posture in Asia, a stance critics say risks neglecting Asian allies’ security concerns.
- Following Trump’s China visit, Hegseth calls for ‘quiet’ defense plan in Asia The Washington Post
- Hegseth praises Asian allies for 'burden-sharing,' calls out China's role in the region CNBC
- What Hegseth’s comments at Shangri-La Dialogue say about US foreign policy Al Jazeera
- Pentagon chief sounds 'alarm' over China's buildup, urges allies to boost defence spend Reuters
- US not 'turning back' on Asia allies, but expects them to boost defence - Hegseth BBC
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