US Defense Secretary Hegseth Emphasizes: Trump Will Not Allow China to Invade Taiwan!

During the 2025 Shangri-La Dialogue, US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth mentioned that Trump stated China would not invade Taiwan during his presidency. He emphasized that the goal of the US is to prevent war and avoid high costs, making peace the only option.
Hegseth said any attempt by communist China to conquer Taiwan would lead to devastating consequences for the Indo-Pacific region and the world. He underscored the importance of collaborating with allies to build a strong deterrent against such threats, while criticizing China's provocative actions against neighboring countries.
Hegseth mentioned Taiwan five times, highlighting that China's rapid military modernization includes significant investments in nuclear weapons and amphibious assault capabilities, aiming to prepare for a potential invasion of Taiwan by 2027 as ordered by Xi Jinping.