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Chinese defence forum set to open amid roiling regional tensions

The 13th Xiangshan Forum launches with a U.S. delegation as China frames it as dialogue and Reuters notes rising regional tension.

By · Published September 14, 2026  03:26 UTC · Updated September 17, 2026  10:29 UTC

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The 13th Beijing Xiangshan Forum convened in Beijing with Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun and delegations from nearly 100 countries, regions and international organisations, including Singapore’s Chan Chun Sing and a Georgian scholar calling for peace and dialogue. Discussions highlighted the ongoing resumption of China‑US security dialogue, marked the forum’s 20‑year milestone and emphasized seeking common security ground in an unstable world.

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The defence ministry’s statement affirms the event will run on schedule in Beijing, continuing the annual security dialogue series without postponement. It marks the latest edition of the forum that brings together defence officials and scholars to discuss strategic issues. China Daily reports the forum’s purpose is to bring people together for dialogue on regional security, while Devdiscourse titles its coverage 'Navigating Global Security in a Tense Asian Theater,' highlighting the broader strategic backdrop.

South China Morning Post notes an exclusive that a senior Pentagon official will head the United States delegation, signalling direct American participation. Both outlets portray the gathering as a platform for engagement despite the surrounding geopolitical strain. Reuters frames the opening as occurring amid roiling regional tensions, a description that differs from the cooperative tone used by Chinese officials and state media.

The contrast underscores competing narratives about the forum’s atmosphere, yet all sources agree the event is proceeding as planned with the U.S. delegation confirmed to attend. No report indicates a change to the schedule.

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What is the Xiangshan Forum?

It is an annual defence and security dialogue held in Beijing, now in its 13th edition.

Who is leading the United States delegation?

A senior Pentagon official is set to lead the U.S. delegation, according to South China Morning Post.

How do the reports describe the regional environment?

Reuters describes the opening as taking place amid roiling regional tensions, while Chinese outlets emphasize dialogue and cooperation.

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