Hegseth Calls Japan an 'Indispensable' Ally as US Upgrades Military Presence to Deter Chinese Aggression

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Hegseth calls Japan indispensable in the face of Chinese aggression

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called Japan on Sunday an "indispensable partner" in deterring growing Chinese assertiveness in the region and announced upgrading the U.S. military command in Japan to a new "war-fighting headquarters.

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US-Japan Military Alliance Strengthens Amid Chinese Tensions

Hegseth's remarks, made alongside Japan's Defense Minister Gen Nakatani in Tokyo, serve to assure Japan of continued US engagement in the region amid concerns over potential shifts under President Donald Trump's 'America First' policy.

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Hegseth Unveils US Command Upgrades In Japan To Deter ‘Chinese Military Aggression’

“America and Japan stand firmly together in the face of aggressive and coercive actions by the communist Chinese.” Hegseth and Nakatani also agreed to jointly produce beyond-visual-range air-to-air AMRAAM missiles, while also considering joint production of SM-6 surface-to-air defense missiles.

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Japan: Cornerstone of Indo-Pacific Peace and Security

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized Japan's critical role in countering Chinese aggression and maintaining peace in the Indo-Pacific region. He affirmed the strong military alliance between the U.S and Japan and praised Japan's indispensable support amidst growing tensions across the Taiwan Strait.

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Japan, US share ‘warrior ethos’ to deter China, says Pentagon’s Hegseth

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says his country and Japan share a “warrior ethos” in tackling Chinese aggression across the Taiwan Strait. In a meeting in Tokyo on Sunday with his Japanese counterpart, Gen Nakatani, Heg seth said Japan was their “indispensable partner in deterring communist Chinese military aggression”

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Pentagon chief says US will ensure ‘deterrence’ across Taiwan Strait - Breitbart

The United States will ensure “robust, ready and credible deterrence” in the Indo Pacific, including across the Taiwan Strait, US Defense Secretary Pete

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Sec. Hegseth Reveals US Command Upgrades to Deter China [WATCH]

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth unveiled a plan on Sunday to enhance the U.S.-Japan military command in Japan. He emphasized the country’s crucial role in addressing Chinese aggression. He made the announcement during a meeting with Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani in Tokyo.

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Pentagon chief Hegseth says 'warrior' Japan indispensable to deter China

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth says 'warrior' Japan indispensable to deter China. Japan hosts around 50,000 U.S. military personnel, squadrons of fighter squadrons. Washington's only forward deployed aircraft carrier strike group is based in Japan.

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Hegseth Pledges to Step Up Military Cooperation With Japan and Deter China

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth wrapped up his first official visit to the Asia on Sunday. He promised to speed up the creation of a joint “war-fighting headquarters” to deter China. He also said there would be more joint military exercises in the Okinawa, islands near Taiwan.

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US-Japan Alliance Rises Against China's Growing Aggression

US-Japan Alliance Rises Against China's Growing Aggression. US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reinforces the strong US-Japan alliance in curbing China's aggression in the Taiwan Strait. Both nations aim to counteract China's rising presence and assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific region.

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Building Alliances: U.S. and Japan Strengthen Military Ties Amid Rising Chinese Tensions

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth underscored Japan's indispensable role in the face of Chinese aggression. The strengthened partnership includes joint military initiatives, highlighting the U.S.'s commitment to its Indo-Pacific alliance. Comments also reflected ongoing tensions over the defense treaty and financial agreements.

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US: Ties to Japanese ''crucial' to countering China – DW – 03/30/2025

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Sunday that Japan was crucial to helping tackle potential Chinese aggression. He made the comments as he announced the implementation of a plan to upgrade the US military command in Japan. China has stepped up military pressure in recent years around Taiwan, including near-daily air incursions.

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Hegseth says US is upgrading Japan ops to war-fighting command

Hegseth says US is upgrading Japan ops to war-fighting command. While Japan is increasing its defense spending, it continues to rely heavily on the US for its security. Hegseth’s visit to Japan, coming after a similar emphasis on deepening the US alliance with the Philippines.

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