US Defense Secretary Reaffirms Commitment to Taiwan and Indo-Pacific Stability

During a visit to Japan, Pete Hegseth emphasized the US strategy of 'peace through strength,' condemned China's actions, and highlighted the strengthened US-Japan alliance.

• US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth assured a 'credible deterrence' for Taiwan, reaffirming the US commitment to maintaining stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
• Hegseth criticized China's aggressive military actions around Taiwan and its broader assertiveness in the region, calling for strengthened alliances to counter these moves.
• The US-Japan alliance was reaffirmed, with both nations emphasizing their shared commitment to regional security and cooperation in response to China's actions.
• Japan has increased its defense spending to meet NATO's 2% GDP target, marking a significant shift from its pacifist post-World War II stance.
• Hegseth underscored the US strategy of 'peace through strength,' while also criticizing previous US administrations for creating perceptions of weakness in the region.

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