US castigates Europe over defence spend as NATO reassures Asia
- U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticized NATO allies while speaking at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, drawing a contrast between European and Asian partners.
- Hegseth praised Asian countries for increasing defense spending and strengthening cooperation with Washington amid rising tensions with China.
- He said the United States and its Asian partners work together decisively when interests align and adjust pragmatically when interests differ.
- Western European officials rejected suggestions of weakness within NATO, maintaining that the alliance remains strong and resilient despite U.S. criticism.
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Hegseth Criticizes Europe Over Defense Spending; Praises Asian Allies
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has criticized Europe’s defense policies, telling NATO allies on the continent they need to strengthen their armed forces. Hegseth made the remarks on May 30 at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, where he praised the United States’ Asian allies for maintaining a pragmatic defense model grounded in independence and “true partnership.” “Our partners in Asia have long understood that the bedrock of a durable partner…
A signal that goes beyond the defence budgets and reveals the new Trump doctrine: American support remains, but will be increasingly tied to the partner's ability to contribute to deterrence against China
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