US Warns of Imminent China Threat to Taiwan

Tensions in the Indo-Pacific escalate as US Defense Secretary warns of imminent China threat. Singapore, June 2, 2025 - In a significant address at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned of a potential imminent threat from China. Hegseth stated, "It has to be clear to all that Beijing is credibly preparing to potentially use military force to alter the balance of power in the Indo-Pacific." Hegseth's comments highlighted intelligence indicating China's military aims to be capable of invading Taiwan by 2027. This statement adds to growing concerns about regional stability and the potential for conflict. Hegseth's call for increased defense spending among Asian allies underscores the seriousness of the perceived threat. The Shangri-La Dialogue, a prominent Asian security summit, provided the platform for this significant warning, underscoring the urgency of the situation.