军事专家张军社18日对《环球时报》记者表示，近些年来，日美菲海军以及海上执法部门持续开展所谓 的联合演习、巡航活动，包括日方一直在向菲方提供武器装备，其最终目的还是要"推动"菲方在南海问 题上持续"兴风作浪"。张军社分析认为，日方这样做有两方面考虑，首先是钓鱼岛方向，中国海警持续 开展的维权巡航活动给日方造成"压力"，它们想煽动菲律宾在南海方向生事以分散中方"精力"。此外， 这些所谓联合演习的深层目的还是配合美国的"印太战略"。张军社表示，日本现在是最积极配合美 国"印太战略"的国家之一，很多时候已扮演"组局者"利用海洋问题试图钳制中国。 日本一方面小动作频频，一方面无理指责中国。香港《南华早报》6月18日报道称，日本陆上自卫队前 幕僚长岩田清文近日在接受日媒采访时宣称，中方在钓鱼岛海域所采取的"日益强硬的举动"是在为"登 陆和占领钓鱼岛"做准备。 据报道，岩田清文表示，过去两年中国在钓鱼岛周边的海上存在不断加强，他妄称中国海警船"频繁进 入日本领海"，并指责今年5月中国海警舰船出动舰载直升机在钓鱼岛海域维权的行为。报道还援引岩田 清文的话称，中国海警也"已经做好准备"，采取可能的夺岛行动。岩田清文称："（中 ...

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the EU's dual strategy in response to the pressure from the Trump administration, which includes strong signals of potential retaliation against U.S. tariffs and a shift towards strengthening economic cooperation with China [1][3] - The EU has expressed a willingness to cooperate with China to alleviate the pressures imposed by the U.S., indicating a potential strategy of "aligning with China to counter the U.S." [1][3] - China's response to the EU's overtures has been positive, including the suspension of certain anti-dumping investigations and offering preferential treatment in rare earth exports, showcasing China's goodwill in improving relations with the EU [3][4] Group 2 - The EU's recent decision to cancel the planned high-level economic dialogue with China was justified by claims of slow progress in trade discussions, which is seen as an inadequate excuse given the substantial communication and agreements reached on various trade issues [4][6] - The EU's actions appear to signal alignment with the U.S. in its strategy to contain China, as evidenced by the EU's participation in the G7 summit where leaders shifted their stance to support U.S. policies against China [6][9] - The EU's approach may lead to negative consequences, as it risks becoming a pawn in U.S. trade strategies, potentially exposing itself to further economic exploitation by the U.S. while trying to appease Trump [11]

Group 1 - The core issue discussed in the recent US-China leadership call is the trade and technology disputes, particularly focusing on China's control over rare earth exports [1] - US Treasury Secretary labeled China as an "unreliable partner" due to its restrictions on rare earth exports, claiming that China had previously intended to supply the US but has now withheld it [1] - US Secretary of State expressed outrage over China's "monopoly" on rare earths over the past 25-30 years, accusing China of deceitful practices to achieve global dominance [3] Group 2 - Historically, the US has abundant rare earth resources but outsourced the "dirty work" of mining and processing to China due to environmental regulations and cost concerns [5] - China invested significantly over three decades to develop its rare earth industry into a global leader, while the US focused on deindustrialization and financial markets [5][7] - The US faces challenges in re-establishing its rare earth supply chain, including high costs, long timelines, and a lack of technical expertise [7] Group 3 - The US's realization of the importance of rare earths came only after imposing sanctions on China regarding chips and technology, highlighting a lack of foresight in its industrial strategy [8] - The current geopolitical negotiations will depend on what concessions the US is willing to make in areas such as tariffs and technology exports in exchange for rare earth access [8]

关税战中，特朗普对一些国家"选择性豁免"，但唯独对中国层层加码。 这不是美国第一次针对中国了： 从2018年的贸易战，再到渲染"中国威胁论"等等。 明明这么做对美国来说好处不大，甚至还让美国民众为之买单。 但美国就像"狗皮膏药"一样，似乎要跟中国死磕到底。 对此英国专家给出了答案，这是因为中国犯了一个重要的"原罪"！ 美国4月初开始对全球各国增加关税。 然而在反对声音冒出之后，美国做了一个很明显的针对行为。 那就是给一些国家的加关税先按下暂停键，但是却对中国关税是加了又加。 这么做的目的，仅仅是因为中国没有选择低头吗？ 从美国长期以来的行为来看，他们对中国的针对性有点太强了。 近年来，美国一直在世界上宣传他们所谓的"中国威胁论"。 涉及的范围是越来越大，从环境威胁到食品威胁，再到计算机威胁。 比如去年美国和欧盟一起给中国新能源车加税。 他们一直强调"中国的产能过剩"对他们造成了影响。 还被爆出美国每年花费上亿元，买抹黑中国的稿子。 在美国军费排名世界第一的情况下，却炒作中国在大幅度增长军费。 就连美国总统都下场，前几天特朗普发了几张中国环境污染的图片。 结果却被证实拍摄的地点根本不在中国，甚至图片上的垃圾都是 ...

报道称，诺实际上一直在国防部履行负责印太安全事务的助理国防部长的职责，曾两次陪同国防部长皮 特·赫格塞思出访亚洲。赫格塞思3月宣布对密克罗尼西亚联邦一些地区投资20亿美元，以加强基础设施 建设，就有诺从旁协助。他2024年10月曾率领美国国会代表团前往密克罗尼西亚联邦访问，讨论"第二 岛链"问题。 【文/观察者网 王一】本周早些时候，美国国防部提名曾在众议院"中国问题特别委员会"担任法律顾 问、炒作过"中国威胁论"的美籍韩裔官员约翰·诺（John Noh）担任负责印太安全事务的助理国防部长。 韩国《朝鲜日报》6月4日指出，该职务是五角大楼在亚洲地区的关键职位，负责监督美国在东亚、东南 亚的军事战略和联盟。在美国与中国关系紧张、盟友们正寻求美国明确其在该地区的长期立场的当下， 极具挑战性。 根据美国国防部网站披露的信息，诺毕业于斯坦福大学和布朗大学法学院，曾是一名美国驻阿富汗的陆 军军官。后来，他开始从事法律工作，在得克萨斯州出任助理检察官，负责贩毒案件。 在"中国问题特别委员会"期间，诺主要负责美国及其盟友在印太地区的战略，并在该地区开展以国防为 重心的合作。后来在特朗普宣誓就职当天，诺开始担任国防部负责东亚 ...

Group 1: Technology and Innovation - The core battlefield of the US-China rivalry is in the technology sector, particularly in areas like artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and 5G [2] - Despite US sanctions, China has made significant strides in technology self-sufficiency, exemplified by Huawei's development of the Kirin 9000s chip and the launch of the DeepSeek R1 AI model, which outperformed some US models [4][5] - China's commitment to increasing R&D investment in core technologies like semiconductors and AI is expected to enhance its competitiveness [5] Group 2: Trade Relations - The trade war initiated by the Trump administration in 2018 has not subsided, with tariffs imposed on hundreds of billions of dollars of Chinese goods [7] - China has responded to US tariffs by imposing its own tariffs on US agricultural and industrial products, showcasing its economic resilience [9] - The potential for negotiation and compromise remains, as evidenced by the temporary suspension of certain tariffs during Geneva talks [9] Group 3: Global Supply Chain and Manufacturing - The US has attempted to exclude China from global supply chains, but China's position as the "world's factory" remains strong due to its superior infrastructure and production efficiency [11][12] - In the electric vehicle sector, BYD is projected to surpass Tesla as the largest EV manufacturer by 2024, indicating China's growing influence in this market [13] Group 4: Military Dynamics - China's military modernization, including advancements in missile technology and aircraft, demonstrates its growing military capabilities [15] - The US continues to conduct military operations in the South China Sea, but both nations have shown restraint in escalating military tensions [17] Group 5: Overall Economic Outlook - The US faces challenges such as manufacturing hollowing out and rising social tensions, while China is steadily advancing its economic reforms and expanding its international relationships [19] - The strategic patience and resilience of China may lead to a potential shift in the balance of power, allowing it to break the US's dominant position in the future [19]

Group 1 - The U.S. Defense Secretary's speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue emphasized the "China threat" narrative, particularly regarding Taiwan and the South China Sea, which was met with strong opposition from China [1][3] - The U.S. perceives China as its greatest rival, fearing that if China surpasses the U.S., it would impose its ideology and political system on the U.S., which is deemed a significant misunderstanding [3][4] - The U.S. may be seeking to provoke tensions in the Taiwan Strait, potentially using "Taiwan independence" advocates as proxies to counter China's rise [5][6] Group 2 - The article suggests that the U.S. is attempting to instigate conflict in the Taiwan Strait to benefit from the resulting chaos, positioning itself as a defender of peace while undermining China [5][7] - There is concern that the U.S. aims to leverage Taiwan's semiconductor industry and other economic assets for its own gain, as indicated by previous statements from U.S. officials about relocating Taiwan's chip production to the U.S. [6][10] - The narrative indicates that the eventual unification of Taiwan with China is inevitable, and the U.S. should not be surprised by this outcome, as it is seen as a trend that will occur regardless of external pressures [8]

Core Points - The 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue was held in Singapore from May 30 to June 1, with a notable change in China's representation, sending a delegation from the National Defense University instead of a higher-level official [1][7] - U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's speech emphasized the "China threat," particularly regarding Taiwan and the South China Sea, which was met with strong rebuttals from the Chinese delegation [1][5] - The dialogue highlighted the contrasting perspectives on regional security, with U.S. officials advocating for increased defense spending among regional allies, while many attendees expressed skepticism about U.S. intentions and commitments [4][10] Group 1: U.S. Position - U.S. Defense Secretary Austin's remarks were characterized by a hegemonic mindset, aiming to provoke confrontation and promote U.S. interests in the Asia-Pacific region [3][4] - The U.S. is perceived to be pressuring regional allies to increase defense spending, effectively pushing them to purchase American military equipment [4][10] - Many attendees at the dialogue expressed disappointment with Austin's speech, viewing it as lacking substance and primarily focused on maintaining U.S. dominance without offering concrete security guarantees [10] Group 2: China's Response - The Chinese delegation, led by Major General Hu Gangfeng, firmly rejected the accusations made by the U.S., labeling them as unfounded and aimed at inciting conflict in the Asia-Pacific [1][5] - China's participation at a lower level this year was framed as a strategic choice, emphasizing constructive dialogue and mutual respect rather than a sign of diminished importance [7][8] - The Chinese response highlighted a commitment to peace and stability in the region, contrasting sharply with the confrontational tone of the U.S. [5][10]

Group 1 - The core argument of the article revolves around U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's remarks at the Shangri-La Dialogue, where he emphasized the so-called "China threat" to pressure allies to increase military spending [1][2] - Austin's speech highlighted the need for U.S. allies to enhance their defense budgets, citing that NATO members commit 5% of their GDP to defense, while Asian countries are reducing their defense expenditures [2][5] - Analysts suggest that Austin's strong rhetoric may serve as a distraction from negative publicity surrounding recent leaks and internal turmoil within the U.S. Defense Department [5][6] Group 2 - Austin's comments included a call for the U.S. to rebuild deterrence in the Indo-Pacific region through improved forward troop posture, assisting allies in strengthening their defense capabilities, and revitalizing the defense industrial base [2][5] - Following Austin's speech, a joint statement was issued by defense ministers from the U.S., Japan, Australia, and the Philippines, reiterating the "China threat" and committing to cooperation for a "free and open Indo-Pacific" [5][9] - The article notes that Austin's remarks reflect a commitment from the Trump administration to prioritize the Indo-Pacific region, although the actual actions taken by the administration will be closely scrutinized by Asian nations [9][10]

问：据报道，5月31日，美国防长赫格塞思在香格里拉对话会上发表演讲，大肆渲染中国威胁，就涉台、 南海等问题发表消极言论。请问中方对此有何评论？ 答：赫格塞思无视地区国家求和平谋发展的呼声，兜售阵营对抗的冷战思维，抹黑攻击中国，大肆渲 染"中国威胁论"，充满挑衅挑拨。中方对此强烈不满和坚决反对，已向美方提出严正交涉。 6月1日，外交部网站发布外交部发言人就美国防长赫格塞思在香格里拉对话会上涉华消极言论答记者 台湾问题纯属中国内政，任何外国无权干涉。美方不要妄想把台湾问题当作遏制中国的筹码，勿要玩火。 中方敦促美方切实恪守一个中国原则和中美三个联合公报，停止为"台独"势力撑腰打气。南海的航行和飞 越自由从来都不存在任何问题。中国在南海问题上始终坚持同有关国家通过对话协商妥善处理分歧，坚持 依法依规维护领土主权和海洋权益。美国才是破坏南海和平稳定的最大因素。 问。 中方敦促美方切实尊重地区国家维护和平稳定的努力，停止蓄意破坏地区和平稳定环境，渲染冲突对抗、 加剧地区局势紧张。 事实上，美国才是世界上名副其实的霸权国家，是破坏亚太地区和平稳定的最大因素。美国为维护自身霸 权，推进所谓"印太战略"，在南海地区部署进攻性 ...