A spokesperson for China's Ministry of National Defense, Zhang Xiaogang, issued a statement on Sunday criticizing the United States. The statement focused on remarks made by U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at the 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue held in Singapore. The Chinese spokesperson accused the U.S. of habitually using the dialogue to stir up conflict and advance its own agenda.
Zhang's statement strongly condemned the U.S. Defense Secretary's comments, describing them as rooted in hegemonic thinking, bullying behavior, and a Cold War mindset. He argued that these remarks were detrimental to regional stability and prosperity.
The Chinese spokesperson asserted that the U.S. comments were a violation of China's sovereign rights. He also claimed they misrepresented China's policy positions and disregarded the collective efforts of regional countries to maintain peace and development. Zhang concluded the statement by expressing China's deep dissatisfaction and resolute opposition to the U.S. stance.
5 Comments
Mariposa
Zhang's statement is a diversion tactic. How can a nation advancing militarily play the victim?
Africa
The Shangri-La Dialogue should be about peace, not pot-stirring. Zhang has a point!
Raphael
China should look in the mirror! Their own actions often disturb regional stability. Isn’t that a case of hypocrisy?
Michelangelo
Zhang's statement only proves how out of touch the Chinese government is with global realities.
Raphael
The U.S. constantly meddling in other nations' affairs needs to stop. Thanks for this brave statement!