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US not 'turning back' on Asia allies, but expects them to boost defence - Hegseth
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The US military are not "turning our backs" on Asia while fulfilling "global obligations" such as the Iran war, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has told a top regional defence forum in Singapore. Hegseth sought to reassure Asia-Pacific allies about US commitment to the region, including fulfilling arms deals in the wake of a suspended Taiwan weapons package - even as he reiterated calls for Asian partners to spend more on defence.
The story centers on Pete Hegseth, China, Singapore, and Shangri-La Dialogue. It has drawn coverage across roughly 137 reports so far.
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- CNHI NewsRaise defence spending or else, Hegseth tells NATO, Europe
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- Malay MailPentagon chief says US seeks 'stable equilibrium' with China in Asia
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- The HinduPentagon chief sounds 'alarm' over China's buildup, urges allies to boost defence spend
- BBCUS not 'turning back' on Asia allies, but expects them to boost defence - Hegseth
- Reuters'Where is China' ask delegates at Asian defence forum
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