US EditionHegseth Tells China in First Call that US Is Not Seeking Conflict
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized the U.S. commitment to protecting Asia-Pacific interests amid rising tensions over Taiwan and South China Sea militarization.
- On September 9, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth engaged in his initial phone conversation with Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun, signaling a tentative easing in military relations.
- The call occurred after several months without direct communication between the two defense leaders and followed a significant military parade where China highlighted its strengthened partnerships with Russia and North Korea, during a period of escalating friction between the U.S. and China over Taiwan.
- In the call, Hegseth emphasized that the U.S. does not aim to provoke conflict or pursue regime change in China, but remains committed to safeguarding its key interests in the Asia-Pacific region, which continues to be a top priority for Washington.
- Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell described the exchange as "candid and constructive," adding both sides agreed to continue discussions to reduce risks of accidental clashes.
- This renewed dialogue could lead to guardrails like hotlines or incident protocols designed to lower miscalculation risks in volatile regional theaters.
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