US Defense Secretary Reaffirms Security Commitment to Southeast Asia
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US Defense Secretary Reaffirms Security Commitment to Southeast Asia

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth reaffirmed America's commitment to regional security and engagement with Southeast Asian nations at the ASEAN Defense Ministers' Meeting. However, the unpredictability of US foreign policy remains a concern for some countries.

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