US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is heading to Hawaii, Guam, the Philippines, and Japan. He’ll meet with top officials to boost alliances in the region.
This trip is Hegseth’s first as Defense Secretary. Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell says these meetings will help create a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
Hegseth will attend the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima. He’ll also talk to Japan’s Defense Minister Gen Nakatani and possibly Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.
These visits show the US is committed to working with its allies in the region. The goal is to build a stronger and more cooperative community.
Here’s what’s on the agenda:
- Meetings with top officials in Hawaii, Guam, the Philippines, and Japan
- Attend the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Iwo Jima
- Talks with Japan’s Defense Minister and possibly the Prime Minister
These trips are crucial for building trust and cooperation. They’ll help the US and its allies achieve their shared vision for the region.