US EditionUS Defence Chief Looks to Woo Allies in Asian Security Forum Debut
- On May 30, 2025, U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth held discussions with Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong in Singapore, focusing on enhancing bilateral defense cooperation and addressing regional security issues.
- The meeting occurred amid concerns about the U.S. Administration's commitment to Asia and rising geopolitical challenges in the Indo-Pacific region.
- During the 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue, Hegseth met with Singapore’s Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing to discuss ways to enhance their military collaboration and broaden their strategic alliance.
- Singapore's Ministry of Defence stated that the leaders reaffirmed their strong bilateral defence partnership and discussed developments affecting security in the region to promote peace and stability.
- Hegseth planned to address the Shangri-La Dialogue from May 31 to June 1, aiming to assure Asian allies that the U.S. Remains a more trusted partner than China amidst regional uncertainty.
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Pentagon chief Hegseth stresses focus on deterring China ahead of Singapore visit
JOINT BASE ANDREWS — U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Wednesday reiterated America's push to work together with Indo-Pacific allies to achieve "peace through strength" and deter an assertive Chi...
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US defense chief looks to woo allies in Asian security forum debut
SINGAPORE: US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will try to convince Asian defense leaders this weekend that the United States is a more trusted partner for the region than China, US officials told Reuters, as questions linger about the Trump administration’s commitment to the region. Hegseth, who has spent a large portion of his first months on the job focused on domestic
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