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Beijing Loves Hegseth’s Conciliatory Tone at Shangri-La, Forecasting New Trans-Pacific Relationship

The leader of the Chinese delegation looks forward to “well-managed competition” with ‘differences kept under control, and enduring stability that holds the promise of lasting peace.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth listens to a question during the Shangri-La Dialogue at Singapore on May 30, 2026.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth listens to a question during the Shangri-La Dialogue at Singapore on May 30, 2026. Achmad Ibrahim/AP