US Assistant Secretary of Defense for Political Affairs Colin Kahl said Washington is not interested in a conflict with Beijing, but has no intention of remaining passive. He said this in an interview with the magazine. foreign policy.
According to Kahl, the US’s conflict with China is not an inevitable outcome.
“Being a challenge doesn’t mean we have to start a conflict that will be devastating to everyone involved and do unimaginable damage to the global economy. There will also be a conflict between the two nuclear powers, and nobody wants such an outcome. Then nobody wants such an outcome. should not contribute to the result, ”said the US Deputy Secretary of Defense.
Kahl also noted that China’s intention to expand its military and political influence in the Asia-Pacific region and beyond “threatens the interests of the United States, its allies and partners.” According to him, if Washington stands still, “China will spread its influence and power.” Kohl stressed that the Pentagon will act “responsibly”.
Former Permanent Representative of China to the United Nations Zhang Jun declarationHe said the United States and its allies should halt military exercises near North Korea, and dialogue should be resumed.