US not 'turning back' on Asia allies, but expects them to boost defence, says Hegseth

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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reassured Asia-Pacific allies of continued US commitment to the region at the Shangri-La Dialogue, despite global obligations like the conflict in Iran. Hegseth urged allies to increase their defense spending to 3.5% of GDP, emphasizing the need for hard power to back international rules and avoid needless confrontation with China.

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The US defense secretary is questioned about US commitment, including further arms deals, at an Asian security summit in Singapore.

US not 'turning back' on Asia allies, but expects them to boost defence, says Hegseth

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