Pentagon worries over China military growth
During the Shangri-La Dialogue Forum in Singapore, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin expressed concern over China's military buildup, affirming that Washington seeks to achieve a stable balance in the Indo-Pacific region that serves its interests and those of its allies. He indicated that the United States avoids unnecessary confrontation with China while continuing to promote respectful dialogue. Austin also praised a vision of preventing any one country from dominating the region. Additionally, he stressed the importance of increasing allied defense spending, warned of the consequences of some countries relying on American funding, and noted ongoing tensions with Iran, highlighting the lack of a final agreement with Tehran regarding the nuclear issue.
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