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Hegseth Warns of Imminent Chinese Threat to Taiwan; Beijing Denounces US Rhetoric

  • On May 31, 2025, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned during a major security forum in Singapore that China represents a significant and potentially immediate military threat to Taiwan.
  • Hegseth urged Indo-Pacific allies to boost defense spending amid tensions from U.S. Deployments and China’s aggressive posture, which China condemned as vilifying and divisive.
  • China's foreign ministry accused the U.S. Of intensifying regional tensions by sending offensive arms to the South China Sea and cautioned against leveraging Taiwan as a bargaining tool.
  • Hegseth stated any Chinese attempt to seize Taiwan would bring devastating consequences, echoing President Trump’s stance, while Australia pledged an additional A$10 billion for defense.
  • The exchange highlights rising U.S.-China tensions in the Indo-Pacific, with China criticizing U.S. Actions for destabilizing the region amid sovereignty disputes and expanded military presence.
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Zero Hedge broke the news in United States on Saturday, May 31, 2025.
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