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Pete Hegseth: “Japan is our indispensable partner in deterring Communist Chinese military aggression.”

On the recordMarch 30, 2025
Japan is our indispensable partner in deterring Communist Chinese military aggression.
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Pete Hegseth

Editor's note · Context

Hegseth emphasized Japan's crucial role in countering Chinese military actions.

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