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In Asia, Hegseth warns of China ‘threat,’ but few want to pick sides
When pressed on the thorny matter, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth offered a quick zinger. He was here at Asia’s preeminent ...
US calls for Asia allies to boost defenses in face of China’s ‘imminent’ threat, Hegseth tells top defense forum
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Saturday delivered a dire warning to the Asia-Pacific region and the world: China’s ...
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‘Imminent’ threat? Hegseth escalates tone on China in key Asia speech
The assessment is a major departure for the U.S. government, and it came with a nudge that nations must choose between ...
Hegseth Wins Praise But Asia Still Has Strong Doubts About Trump
After US military allies in Europe were torched by Vice President JD Vance in March over military spending, free speech and ...
Pete Hegseth warns of ‘devastating consequences’ if China tries to conquer Taiwan — how to protect yourself
Hegseth focused his warning on Beijing’s stance toward Taiwan, making the stakes clear for the broader region. “To be clear: ...
China Urges U.S. to ‘Stop Inciting Conflict’ in Asia-Pacific Region in Blistering Response to Hegseth
China issued a blistering response after U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said "the threat China poses is real." ...
Hegseth urges Asia to boost defence against China's 'imminent' threat to Taiwan
The US defence secretary called on Asian countries to boost defence spending and work with the US to deter war.
Hegseth says the U.S. will reposition military amid threat from China
At an international forum in Singapore, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the U.S. is refocusing its strength and policies ...
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China Accuses Pete Hegseth of Trying to 'Sow Division' in Asia After He Called China an 'Imminent' Threat at Singapore Defense Conference
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned China is rehearsing for a potential invasion of Taiwan during a defense forum over ...
China blasts Pete Hegseth over 'Cold War' mentality
China's foreign and defense ministries issued angry statements after Hegseth called the People's Republic a "threat" at a ...
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warns about threat from China during Asia trip
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is in Asia, where he spoke at a defense summit in Singapore over the weekend. And he gave a stark warning about China's threat to the status quo in the region.
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'It Doesn't Make Sense': Pete Hegseth Lashes Out At Asian Allies, Demands They Spend More On Defense During Singapore Summit
Shangri-La Dialogue held in Singapore, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth demands Asian allies spend more on defense. 'It ...