Pentagon chief sounds 'alarm' over China's buildup, urges allies to boost defense spending
The Pentagon chief has raised concerns about China's military expansion and its implications for global security. He is urging allies to increase their defense spending in response to this growing threat. This call comes amid discussions about reducing reliance on the United States among European and NATO partners.
- ▪The Pentagon chief expressed alarm over China's military buildup.
- ▪He urged allies to enhance their defense spending.
- ▪The remarks follow a meeting between Trump and China's President Xi Jinping.
4 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 5 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 2 centre.
- ▪ Pentagon chief sounds ‘alarm’ over China’s buildup, urges allies to boost defence spend — The Hindu — Top
- ▪ Pete Hegseth urges allies to boost defence spending amid 'alarm' over China's buildup — r/news
- ▪ Pentagon chief urges allies to boost defence spending amid ’alarm’ over China’s buildup — Investing.com — News
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| Original publisher | The Jerusalem Post | JPost.com |
| Canonical URL | https://www.jpost.com/international/article-897781 |
| Publication time | Sat, 30 May 2026 08:10:27 GMT |
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Pentagon chief sounds 'alarm' over China's buildup, urges allies to boost defense spendingTrump, who met with China's President Xi Jinping earlier this month, has pointedly said European and NATO partners should reduce reliance on Washington. Follow us on GoogleThe Chinese People's Liberation Army honor guard marches past during a welcome ceremony for U.S. President Donald Trump at the Great Hall of the People on May 14, 2026 in Beijing, China.(photo credit: Alex Wong/Getty Images)
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