Allies guilty of ‘freeloading’ will be penalised, says US war secretary The TimesUS not ‘turning back’ on Asia allies, but expects them to boost defence – Hegseth BBCHegseth praises Asian allies for ‘burden-sharing,’ calls out China’s role in the region CNBCPentagon chief sounds ‘alarm’ over China’s buildup, urges allies to boost defence spend ReutersPete Hegseth lauds better US ties with China Financial Times
