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Pentagon official asks Asian allies to invest more in defense to deter aggression
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Jim Gomez, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 10, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the official's trip and remarks are available from KSAT 12, a local news source in San Antonio.
A Pentagon official recently spoke at a forum in the Philippines, where he encouraged Asian allies to increase their defense investments. This effort aims to deter aggression in the region. The official, Elbridge Colby, emphasized that the United States remains committed to its partners in Asia.
Colby's remarks were part of a trip to Southeast Asia, which will also include visits to Indonesia, Thailand, and Cambodia. During his speech, he reassured the audience that the US is not reducing its presence in Asia despite other global concerns. Further details about the official's trip and remarks are available from KSAT 12, a local news source in San Antonio .
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Category: local Published: August 10, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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