During a defense conference in Singapore, Pete Hegseth alerted attendees to China's military preparations and potential threats, emphasizing the urgency of increased defense spending among Asian nations. China responded vehemently, accusing Hegseth of inciting division and misrepresenting its intentions regarding Taiwan, a region it views as a breakaway province. China also highlighted that the United States, rather than itself, should be labeled as hegemonic in the region, citing that U.S. actions are undermining peace. The discourse reflects rising tensions and differing perceptions of security and sovereignty in the Asia-Pacific.
Hegseth's warning about China's military ambitions was deemed provocative by China, which accused him of attempting to incite division in the Asia-Pacific region.
The U.S. Defense Secretary emphasized that the threat posed by China is real and potentially imminent, urging Asian nations to bolster their defense spending.
China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs criticized Hegseth's comments as defamatory and misleading, asserting that such rhetoric merely incites conflict rather than promotes peace.
Australia's Defense Minister supported Hegseth’s stance, stating that China's reaction illustrates a broader concern about regional stability and the legitimacy of its claims.
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