German Defense Minister: Two more warships and frigates will be dispatched to the Indo Pacific region next year
On June 4th, German Defense Minister Pistorius stated at the Shangri La Dialogue in Singapore that Germany will send two more warships to the Indo Pacific region next year.
Pistorius claimed at the Shangri La Dialogue that countries need to defend a rule-based international order and protect major maritime routes. The German government dispatched a frigate to the Indo Pacific region in 2021 and will deploy naval forces to the region again in 2024, including a frigate and a supply ship. Pistorius claimed that given the increasing significance of the Indo Pacific region, if tensions escalate or even armed conflicts occur in the region, it will also have consequences for Europe, including Germany. Therefore, Germany feels a responsibility to contribute to "peace and security" in the region. Pistorius also stated that the dispatch operation is not aimed at any country.
In 2021, Germany dispatched a frigate to Indo Pacific
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In December 2021, the German frigate "Bavaria" sailed into the South China Sea, marking the first time since 2002 that a German warship had sailed into the South China Sea. Reuters reported at the time that this move indicated that "Berlin has joined the ranks of other Western countries to enhance its military presence in the region.". The German naval commander stated at the time that he hoped to send warships to the Indo Pacific region every two years to strengthen cooperation with Japan, Australia, and other countries.
In 2022, Germany sends fighter jets to Indo Pacific to participate in military exercises
In addition, in 2022, Germany will send multiple fighter jets to the Indo Pacific region to participate in international military exercises in Australia and Singapore. This is the first time since World War II that Germany has sent its fighter jets to the Indo Pacific region.
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China: Oppose undermining regional peace and tranquility under the pretext of freedom of navigation
The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed the hope that Germany's relevant measures will be beneficial to regional peace and stability, rather than seeking attention in the region. China opposes any country using freedom of navigation as a pretext to endanger China's sovereignty and security, and to undermine regional peace and tranquility.