Hegseth to Address US Indo-Pacific Role at ASEAN Summit in Cebu

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is set to attend an ASEAN gathering in Cebu, in the Philippines, where he is expected to face questions about Washington's role in the Indo-Pacific. The Pentagon says his presence will reaffirm the US commitment to "peace through strength" in the Pacific. The announcement comes as the Iran war places strain on US military readiness. Tensions with China are also rising, adding to the pressure on US regional posture. The visit is positioned as a signal of continued American engagement with Southeast Asian partners.
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