At the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Chinese Defense Minister Admiral Dong Jun held their first face-to-face meeting in two years. The discussions, which lasted 75 minutes, focused on maintaining open lines of military communication and addressing key issues such as Taiwan and the South China Sea. The meeting is seen as a significant step towards stabilizing U.S.-China relations, following recent military exercises by China around Taiwan. Both sides emphasized the importance of avoiding conflict and maintaining dialogue. The summit also featured a keynote address by Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., who asserted his nation's claims in the South China Sea and emphasized the importance of international law and regional stability.
Very strong relations with #India; co-producing #ArmoredVehicles: #USDefenceSecretary #LloydAustin at #ShangriLaDialogue https://t.co/ydQ0zQVWcT
"Let me be clear: The United States can be secure only if Asia is secure," US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says at the Shangri-La Dialogue security summit in Singapore. https://t.co/k4VrZZU00Y
Japan, China Defence Ministers Meet On Sidelines Of Shangri-La Dialogue Read More: https://t.co/gR1p312b27 #ShangriLa | #Defence https://t.co/CWE8jZzZmc
"A war or a fight with China is neither imminent, in my view, or unavoidable." The US defense chief stressed the importance of a constant dialogue with Beijing, adding that "every conversation is not going to be a happy conversation." https://t.co/KTXatDSpcU
Defense Minister Minoru Kihara reiterated “serious concerns” about the rising pace of Chinese military moves around Japan, during his first meeting with China’s defense chief on Saturday. https://t.co/QdaOrqOhjj
U.S. defense secretary says war with China neither imminent nor unavoidable, stressing need for talks https://t.co/DxxpYjcJTD
The current stabilization of bilateral military relations is “hard-earned” and should be “cherished,” Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun told his U.S. counterpart Friday. https://t.co/3g3NRJXOyF
Defence Secretary #LloydJAustin on June 1 said the U.S.-India ties are based on a common vision and common values and the momentum in the relationship is not only going to continue but will pick up speed. https://t.co/QrJu04Szbe
“Will Pursue Robust Collaboration With India”, Says Philippines President Marcos Jr Read Story:👇 https://t.co/sI05YU3t4U
AUSTRALIA DEFENCE MIN MARLES: CHINA'S TAIWAN ACTIONS UNDERCUT PEACEFUL RESOLUTION
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin tried to refocus attention on #China's threat in the Asia-Pacific region on Saturday, seeking to alleviate concerns that conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza have distracted from America's security commitments in the region. https://t.co/KTInuFLJGs
US Secretary of Defense: There is no alternative to dialogue with China, and I look forward to further discussions with Chinese officials. https://t.co/MgJoqPfwBo
Japanese Defense Minister Minoru Kihara kicked off his first talks with his Chinese counterpart Saturday, amid differences between their two countries over Beijing’s activities in the East and South China Seas and near Taiwan. https://t.co/FF2ASE76eu
Chinese Minister of National Defense Admiral Dong Jun told United States Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Friday in Singapore that the two militaries must adhere to the bottom line of no conflict and no confrontation, emphasizing that the current momentum of stabilization of… https://t.co/vsUDXByZx7
FULL TEXT: President Marcos’ speech at 21st IISS Shangri-La Dialogue https://t.co/nnogfi7EX8
US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin on Saturday highlighted the growing defence partnership with India while citing some of the achievements of Indo-Pacific nations working together. https://t.co/g5l1jn1VgY
The delegation had the honor to meet w/ Singapore PM @LawrenceWongST & discussed a range of issues, including our strong security partnership, ASEAN, enhancing our trade and emerging tech partnerships, a civil nuclear agreement, and overall security in the region. https://t.co/0fXi0WSuXA https://t.co/r1AEl5zWj6
#US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin tried to refocus attention on #China’s threat in the Asia-Pacific, seeking to alleviate concerns that conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza have distracted from America’s security commitments in the region. https://t.co/Sh2c9DqvDZ
Philippine President Marcos Jr vows robust collaboration with 'friend' India. Made comments during his address at Shangri-La dialogue in Singapore. Remarks as Delhi-Manila defence ties surge. Details: https://t.co/p0A73OrCEh
Marcos lays out red line in South China Sea at security conference https://t.co/FmPOvr0cjI
Australia's Defence Minister has called out China's rising aggression on the global stage, while speaking at a security summit in Singapore. Tonight, 9News can confirm, Richard Marles will raise those concerns face-to-face, when he meets his Chinese counterpart. #9News https://t.co/t212pXMTCJ
Defense Minister Minoru Kihara met with his Chinese counterpart on Saturday. The Senkaku Islands were one of their topics of discussion. https://t.co/9QTsouTSnZ https://t.co/0zxgCWBTUk
Australia is "expanding" its defence relationships with India says Australian Deputy PM & Defence minister Richard Marles @RichardMarlesMP at Shangri La dialogue in Singapore https://t.co/WsrmAk93QP
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. became the first Filipino leader to deliver the keynote address at the Shangri-la Dialogue in Singapore. His speech focused on the importance of upholding international law, ASEAN centrality, and the role of middle powers in regional stability.…
US defense secretary says war with China neither imminent nor unavoidable, stressing need for talks https://t.co/SnaZuhmetx https://t.co/0f3uegu18T
US defense chief shifts focus to China security risks; Beijing bristles https://t.co/uV70vyhoYk
Japan defense chief tells China counterpart of 'serious' military concerns https://t.co/Objuie7dWn
Chinese Minister of National Defense Admiral Dong Jun held talks with Japanese defense Minister Minoru Kihara in Singapore on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue on Saturday. #China #Japan #ShangriLaDialogue https://t.co/ttQVt6GbA5 https://t.co/lkNvkaS15t
FULL TEXT: President Marcos’ speech at 21st IISS Shangri-La Dialogue https://t.co/82Ai4eirAu via @rapplerdotcom
#UnitedStates Secretary of Defense #LloydAustin told a gathering of top security officials on June 1 that war with China was neither imminent nor unavoidable https://t.co/li0Lqj8yOb
Japan, China defense chiefs meet amid Taiwan, S. China Sea tensions https://t.co/cvD2lPyDjs
To kick off the bipartisan delegation’s meetings at Shangri-La Dialogue in #Singapore, the Members reiterated America’s longstanding friendship w/ Singapore & their commitment to a free & open Indo-Pacific while visiting with Singapore Defense Minister Ng Eng Hen. #SLD24 https://t.co/tn4D9wPidc
Terming India as a "friend", Philippines President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr speaking at Shangri La dialogue in Singapore says Manila will 'pursue more robust collaboration' with Delhi. Vdo Ctsy: IISS https://t.co/Ql4IHcWdkm https://t.co/6ng9chrRHh
We also share with South [Asian] states similar aspirations as rapidly growing economies. Their continued development rests upon the maintenance of peace and stability in the Indian Ocean Region: Philippines President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr in Singapore address https://t.co/6ng9chrRHh
"We will pursue more robust collaboration with friends such as.. India", says Philippines President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr at Shangri La dialogue in Singapore
"Illegal, coercive, aggressive, and deceptive actions continue to violate our sovereignty, sovereign rights, and jurisdictions", Philippines President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr at Shangri La dialogue in Singapore. PS: Msg to China amid its aggressiveness https://t.co/JiuVcoLV11
"Economic security of East Asia depends upon the freedom of navigation and unimpeded passage in the South China Sea and in the East China Sea... and the Taiwan Strait", Philippines President Ferdinand R Marcos Jr at Shangri La dialogue. Full address: https://t.co/RYcHdcV8WM
Austin reaffirms U.S. commitment to Indo-Pacific, says region is 'more prosperous when we work together' https://t.co/0KAG9aBXZh
"Economic security of East Asia depends upon the freedom of navigation and unimpeded passage in the South China Sea and in the East China Sea... and the Taiwan Strait", Philipines Prez Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr at Shangri La dialogue. Full address: https://t.co/RYcHdcV8WM
"We will pursue more robust collaboration with friends such as.. India", says Phillipines President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr at Shangri La dialogue in Singapore
May 31: during the Q&A session after delivering the keynote address at the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) Shangri-la Dialogue 2024 in Singapore, 🇵🇭 President Ferdinand Marcos Jr got his first question from 🇨🇳 Major General Xu Hui (徐辉), the Commandant of… https://t.co/r5j03DY5zZ
U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has used a speech at Asia’s top regional security conference to reassure allies and partners of Washington’s commitment to the Asia-Pacific as the White House grapples with the Ukraine and Gaza conflicts. https://t.co/QDyTW8HARY
With India, we have made progress in co-producing fighter jet engines, & armored vehicles says US defence secretary Austin at Shangri-La dialogue in Singapore Vdo ctsy: IISS https://t.co/JpJY4BG45x https://t.co/o6Nw2vt4EJ
NEWS: @SecDef Austin: Nations Around Indo-Pacific Uniting Around Shared Values https://t.co/MtbvLLJILW
Relation with India really strong, says US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin at Shangri La dialogue; Helping co-producing fighter jet engines with India Vdo ctsy: IISS https://t.co/9DdLRZXtcq https://t.co/o6Nw2vt4EJ
Defense chief Lloyd Austin says US is 'all in' on the Asia-Pacific while hailing what he called a 'new era of security' in the region at Saturday's Shangri-La Dialogue meetings in Singapore https://t.co/xHCUcA293J https://t.co/NcLLfskohu
With India, making historic progress on co-producing fighter jet engines and armored vehicles says US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin at Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore
Japan and Chinese defense chiefs meet amid differences over Senkakus and Taiwan https://t.co/wG0gk8HBJ9
Pentagon Chief Lloyd Austin disagreed with a Chinese military academic who said the expansion of NATO triggered the war in Ukraine, saying the blame lies with Russian President Vladimir Putin. He speaks at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore https://t.co/lA3benwqrh https://t.co/nPxG0Z17wh
"Every country, large or small, has the right to enjoy its own maritime resources." Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin speaks at the Shangri-La Dialogue 2024 in Singapore https://t.co/zggbWwOg5z https://t.co/Sng543qtL8
US Secretary of Defense: The Indo-Pacific region remains a “priority” for Washington
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin says the US will maintain its presence in Asia to meet commitments to "our allies and partners." He says safeguarding the region is a national security priority. He speaks at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore https://t.co/MdmAadIgZX https://t.co/pSrKhkqS9g
US Defence Secretary has discussed global security issues, including the situations in Ukraine and Gaza, during his address at the Shangri-La Dialogue conference.
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin talks about Russia's war against Ukraine and the threat it poses to the world. He speaks at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore https://t.co/Ah0RUoefCv https://t.co/z4g4j8FbT4
At #SLD24 US SecDef Austin emphasizes the power of partnership with allies and partners. He disagreed with a PLA officer who claimed that NATO expansion caused the war in Ukraine and the room burst into applause. https://t.co/egNbFweb8U
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin told political and defense leaders in Singapore that US ties with China have improved, but devoted most of his speech to talking about Washington’s actions in the region designed to stem Beijing’s military assertiveness https://t.co/dySPNuGEXR https://t.co/GtgNTFBycD
Addressing a question raised by Chinese general after his keynote address at the Shangri-la Dialogue in Singapore, President Marcos says the Philippines 'still remains true to the principles' of ASEAN. https://t.co/2yTfB48bf7
Tensions at Singapore’s annual meeting of the world’s top military leaders is higher than it has been for years. But a meeting between the defense chiefs of US and China is offering some hope. Read more in this week's free Singapore Edition newsletter. https://t.co/VzfWp0zTGP
⚠️ U.S. DEFENSE CHIEF REFOCUSES ATTENTION ON CHINA SECURITY RISKS Full Story → https://t.co/1SAmcJuHvv https://t.co/VcDi5uirQz
"The lines that we draw on our waters are not derived from just our imagination, but from international law," Philippine President Marcos tells an audience that includes Chinese defense officials. https://t.co/vupIkwrw2w
Secretary Austin at Shangri La: "Despite these historic clashes in Europe and the Middle East, the Indo-Pacific has remained our priority theater of operations. Because just as what happens in Europe and the Middle East matters to this region, the actions that we take together…
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin at #SLD24: “The United States is deeply committed to the Indo-Pacific. We’re all in. And we’re not going anywhere.” @IISS_org @SecDef https://t.co/gi7y2eIdfB
[WATCH] Marcos responds to Chinese general’s question on PH ‘behavior’ in South China Sea https://t.co/JDGs5JV4lF
At Asia’s top defense forum, Marcos decries China’s ‘deceptive actions’ https://t.co/9CuMiolNwk
[Recap] The United States and China will resume military-to-military communications "in the coming months", US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said. https://t.co/L2jMdMF3Kd
In a rare face-to-face meeting, #US Defence Secretary #LloydAustin and #China's Defence Minister Adm. #DongJun held pivotal talks in #Singapore. Watch for details https://t.co/yAOWS01geA
#US #China Defence Ministerial talks … we agree to disagree🤔🤔🤔 https://t.co/HBJCglm6vB
#US #defence secretary Lloyd #Austin raises concerns about #China's #military activity https://t.co/i1wkmQFVi9
Today, top U.S. and Chinese military leaders met on the sidelines of the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore to discuss security challenges and keep military-to-military communications open. How do Chinese scholars view these and other crisis management strategies? Read more:
NEWS: @SecDef Austin Emphasizes Open Lines of Communication Between U.S., China Militaries https://t.co/ehyTIhgoEe
NEW: Philippines' Marcos says US presence crucial to regional peace https://t.co/2Dogz68oEj
Philippines' Marcos slams maritime aggression at Shangri-La Dialogue https://t.co/ShKVKpAENq
US and China lock horns on Taiwan, Marcos slams Beijing at Asia defense summit https://t.co/gWuQDY0lG7
Chinese defense minister meets with Singaporean PM https://t.co/z55wnYPEyr
⚠️ CHINA'S DEFENCE MINISTER, IN MEETING WITH U.S. SECRETARY OF DEFENSE: CHINA FIRMLY OPPOSES U.S. 'SERIOUS VIOLATION' OF ITS COMMITMENTS AND ITS SENDING OF 'WRONG SIGNALS' TO TAIWAN'S 'INDEPENDENCE' FORCES - CHINESE STATE MEDIA **CHINA'S DEFENCE MINISTER: ON ISSUES SUCH AS…
CHINA'S DEFENCE MINISTER, IN MEETING WITH U.S. SECRETARY OF DEFENSE: CHINA FIRMLY OPPOSES U.S. 'SERIOUS VIOLATION' OF ITS COMMITMENTS AND ITS SENDING OF 'WRONG SIGNALS' TO TAIWAN'S 'INDEPENDENCE' FORCES || CHINA'S DEFENCE MINISTER: ON ISSUES SUCH AS SECOND THOMAS SHOAL, CHINA…
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. asserted his nation’s claims in the disputed South China Sea while taking pointed swipes at Beijing during a speech at Asia’s top security forum — with China’s delegation sitting in the audience https://t.co/6R7MMexZRz
‘The stabilising presence of the United States is crucial for regional peace’ - Philippines President Marcos #SLD24. Also talks up Australia-US-Japan-Philippines security cooperation as stabilising
“I do not intend to yield. Filipinos do not yield,” the Philippines’ President Bongbong Marcos said at the opening speech of Shangri-La Dialogue. He added that the Philippine maritime border is drawn up based on international law, “not derived from just our imagination.” https://t.co/IBpGAf07EQ
President Bong Bong Marcos is delivering the keynote speech at #SLD24. “Archipelagic Doctrine.” Emphasis on international law. https://t.co/aiGfMTgRka
US, China defence chiefs lock horns on Taiwan at Asia security summit - Reuters https://t.co/spoKmC7y6e
NEW - US-China to resume military-to-military dialogue in 'coming months': Austin https://t.co/IlxXQAyWQj
A rare meeting between the defence ministers of China and the United States. Read more: https://t.co/5cXe6CcI3v https://t.co/FWnX4LVkVW
As Asia’s defence bigwigs meet in Singapore, they will be hoping for better communication between America and China. They want to avoid getting caught in a war between the two superpowers https://t.co/hSiOMZudgI 👇
Top U.S., Chinese defense officials seek to restore communications as tensions rise in Indo-Pacific https://t.co/PrKjnOW9RG
Overnight, Defense Secretary Austin met with PRC's Minister of National Defense Admiral Dong Jun. North Korea, Russia, Ukraine, Taiwan among topics. Calls between US & PRC theatre commanders to soon resume. https://t.co/31Sd9a8SK8
In today's meeting between the U.S. Secretary of Defense and the PRC Minister of National Defense, Secretary Austin emphasized the importance of maintaining open lines of military-to-military communication between the 🇺🇸🇨🇳. @SecDef @DeptofDefense Readout: https://t.co/jkKIP81ZNY https://t.co/V08vLRIpnD
In today's meeting between the U.S. Secretary of Defense and the PRC Minister of National Defense, Secretary Austin emphasized the importance of maintaining open lines of military-to-military communication between the 🇺🇸🇨🇳. @SecDef @DeptofDefense https://t.co/jkKIP81ZNY https://t.co/w4KF2n0O3q
US and Chinese defence ministers discuss Taiwan and Philippines tensions https://t.co/mrLPjhPY7J
US and Chinese defense ministers discussed hot-button issues ranging from Taiwan and the South China Sea at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, with officials with Beijing praising the talks as "positive, practical and constructive" https://t.co/FKJHNdJJYV
China and US to resume military-to-military communications after defence chiefs meet in Singapore 🔗 https://t.co/L2jMdMF3Kd https://t.co/BE55cF2LrS
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will address hundreds of defense and security experts from over 40 nations on Friday evening, May 31, at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. Bookmark this page for the livestream of his speech between 7 pm and 9 pm. https://t.co/U5ovGUh9T4
LIVESTREAM: Marcos’ speech at the 2024 Shangri-La Dialogue, Asia’s top defense summit https://t.co/88MnfFg9k9
US Says to Keep Open Lines of Military Communication With China
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Chinese counterpart Dong Jun met in Singapore on Friday, as the region's biggest security forum kicked off a week after Beijing held military drills around Taiwan. https://t.co/1usa6Nk97C
The meeting between Chinese, US defense chiefs in #Singapore lasted 75 minutes, "longer than expected", China's Defense Ministry spokesman Wu Qian said. #ShangriLaDialogue #PLA https://t.co/5D9Ec14C7p https://t.co/DylXq98swM
Seems like @SecDef #LloydAustin reiterated points relevant to #US including on #FONOPS and #Taiwan clearly during meeting with #Chinese Def Min Adm #DongJun during first face to face bilateral on sidelines of #ShangriLaDialogue in #Singapore… wd like to see 🇨🇳 readout as well https://t.co/MSRRJRJEJ0
I met today with the PRC’s Minister of National Defense for the first time since November 2022. Admiral Dong and I discussed regional and global security issues, U.S.-PRC defense relations, and the importance of open lines of military-to-military communication.… https://t.co/J7nQtivA5o
Chinese vice FM meets U.S. principal deputy national security advisor in Washington https://t.co/gveq65TLfQ
World leaders, defense ministers, senior officials and academics from around the world will gather in Singapore this weekend for the 21st Shangri-La Dialogue, with the war in Gaza and tensions in the South China Sea expected to dominate discussions. https://t.co/kq3PceyXPg
The Shangri-La Dialogue summit began with the US and China defense chiefs holding their first face-to-face meeting in two years and the Philippines' president set to give a speech expected to touch on sensitive South China Sea claims https://t.co/h7HvMOsAGK
Chinese defense minister meets U.S. counterpart in Singapore https://t.co/hZZh3CglYQ
US-China meeting, Marcos speech in spotlight at security summit https://t.co/3rAzT1aRRS https://t.co/5n7x1Q54dR
Good afternoon from Singapore, where Sec Austin is about to meet with his Chinese counterpart Adm. Dong Jun, seen here walking into the meeting. This is their first face to face meeting and comes just after China staged large scale military exercises around Taiwan last week. https://t.co/evbXJNTIUS
US-China defence chiefs to talk thorny issues, keep communication alive https://t.co/yhSiLXrlb9 https://t.co/DH81HT9ZSM
US has announced a production facility in India, says Pentagon pointing to growing India-US military ties https://t.co/zoiqFxMu79
You're seeing our military partnership grow and deepen, and that's something that we're extremely proud of: Pentagon on India, US military ties https://t.co/S5Ho7fr624
US-China, wars, and South China Sea likely to dominate Asian security meeting https://t.co/T50rYXg5ze
Jon Finer met with China's executive vice minister of foreign affairs today in Washington. "The two sides discussed ongoing work to continue military-to-military communication and advance cooperation on areas in which our interests are aligned," WH readout says.
WHITE HOUSE DEPUTY NATIONAL SECURITY ADVISER JON FINER MET TODAY WITH CHINA VICE MINISTER OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS MA ZHAOXU -WHITE HOUSE
Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun’s meeting with US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in Singapore will be scrutinized for signs that ties between the superpowers have stabilized https://t.co/1f8BxbLk9r
South China Sea: expect choppy waters when US and Chinese defence chiefs Dong Jun and Lloyd Austin meet. With thoughts by @CollinSLKoh, Stephen Nagy, other smart people, and me. https://t.co/DlIw8DPonR