China's delegation at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore adopted a less confrontational tone this year, avoiding direct criticism of the United States. Major General Meng Xiangqing, leading the delegation, expressed hope for improved military relations between the two nations. Despite the softened rhetoric, China warned against "hegemonism" and "bloc confrontation" driven by unspecified countries, indicating that underlying regional risks remain. AI
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