Austin praised a new convergence around security in the Asia Pacific, highlighting the power of partnership and a defining new era, contrasting with China's recent assertiveness.
Austin emphasized the collaboration and unity in the region, denouncing coercion and highlighting the importance of respecting the free choices of sovereign states.
Chinese General Jing Jianfeng criticized the US for aiming to create an Asia Pacific version of NATO, calling the US the primary challenge to peace and stability in the region.
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