U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized Japan's role as an indispensable partner in containing Chinese military aggression during his visit to Tokyo. He highlighted shared values and goals in addressing China's actions in the Taiwan Strait, describing the need for a strong defense cooperation amid increasing Chinese military presence and threats. Hegseth warned that previous U.S. administrations have inadvertently weakened perceptions of U.S. commitment to allies, underscoring the importance of a revitalized defense stance in the Indo-Pacific region.
"America is committed to sustaining robust, ready and credible deterrence in the Indo-Pacific, including across the Taiwan Strait," Hegseth stated, addressing rising tensions.
Hegseth criticized the Biden administration for creating a perception of American weakness while emphasizing the importance of a strong US-Japan alliance to deter Chinese aggression.
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