Shangri-La: US calls on Asian partners to take greater responsibility

Two weeks after the US-China summit, much attention was focused on the US defense secretary’s appearance at the security conference in Singapore. His tone toward China, however, was restrained.

31. May 2026
Pete Hegseth had a clear message for the Asian ministers, security experts, and military officials in the room. (Imago/Newscom/AdMedia)

Sign up now and continue reading immediately

No credit card details required. No automatic renewal.

Sie haben bereits das Table.Briefing Abonnement?

Anmelden und weiterlesen

Last updated: 31. May 2026