The goal is to deter China, not cause friction

By Yen Makabenta

Jun 04, 2024 12:08 am

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PROBABLY because he was appointed only last December, after his predecessor, Li Shangfu, was abruptly removed from office, Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jon drew attention in his debut in international summitry as he talked a mouthful at the 21st Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore over the weekend.

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