Pentagon chief sounds ‘alarm’ over China’s buildup, urges allies to boost defense spend

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The US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth highlighted concerns about China's significant military buildup and its expanding activities in the Asia-Pacific region. He urged allied nations to increase their defense spending in response to these developments.

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