US Defense Secretary Austin spoke at the "Asia Security Council" held in Singapore, expressing concern that China's military activities are increasing near Taiwan, and with allies such as Japan. He emphasized the idea of strengthening cooperation and increasing deterrence.
US Secretary of Defense Austin was attending the "Asia Security Council" held in Singapore from the 10th, where defense ministers from each country gathered, and gave a lecture from 9:30 am Japan time.
"America's involvement in peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region is growing year by year," said Austin. "No other region is as decisive for the 21st century as it is and is at the heart of our strategy." rice field.
And about China, which is activating its activities in the region, "it is taking a more intimidating and aggressive approach in claiming sovereignty. There is also a significant increase in unsafe activities by Chinese military aircraft and ships." He expressed concern.
"We are witnessing an increase in provocative and unstable military activity," he said of China's activities around Taiwan.
"We firmly oppose one-sided changes in the status quo from either side and do not support Taiwan's independence. Our policy on Taiwan has not changed," he said, and the United States continues to support Taiwan's self-defense. I showed the idea to go.
"Alliance is an important source of stability. Our integrated deterrence will be centered around ties with our allies, such as Australia and Japan," with China in mind. He emphasized the idea of strengthening cooperation and increasing deterrence.