Quad Foreign Ministers Convene: Jaishankar Emphasizes Importance of Indo-Pacific for Global Growth

A meeting is set to take place in New Delhi involving senior officials from the United States, Australia, and Japan. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, and Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi will be in attendance, with India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar presiding over the discussions.

This gathering is part of ongoing diplomatic efforts among these nations to strengthen bilateral and multilateral ties, particularly in the context of regional security and economic cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region. The meeting follows a series of trilateral dialogues aimed at addressing shared concerns, including maritime security, supply chain resilience, and countering regional challenges. Further details regarding the agenda and specific topics of discussion are expected to be released in advance of the meeting.