Pete Hegseth urges Asia to boost defence against China’s ‘imminent’ threat to Taiwan

US Defense Secretary Warns of Imminent Chinese Threat to Taiwan

During the Shangri-la Dialogue, US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth emphasized the imminent threat China poses to Taiwan, urging Asian nations to enhance their defense spending and collaborate with the US against potential aggression. He characterized China as seeking hegemony in Asia and warned that any forceful attempt to conquer Taiwan would have severe global repercussions. Hegseth’s remarks come amid heightened concerns about China’s military preparations for a possible invasion, while Beijing’s response remains unaddressed.

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