US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth assured Indo-Pacific allies of unwavering support against China's military and economic pressures, highlighting Beijing's aggressive stance on Taiwan and military advancements. He urged regional nations to increase defence spending, cautioning against the risks of balancing relations between the U.S. and China. Hegseth emphasized the U.S. commitment to bolstering its presence in the region.
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