The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) nations – India, the United States, Australia, and Japan – have issued a joint statement commemorating 20 years of regional cooperation. The statement underscores the evolution of the Quad from an emergency response to the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami into a full-fledged strategic partnership focused on delivering positive outcomes for the Indo-Pacific region.
The leaders, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, US President Joe Biden, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, highlighted their shared vision of a “free and open Indo-Pacific” characterized by peace, stability, and prosperity. This vision is further strengthened by effective regional institutions, with the Quad reaffirming its unwavering support for ASEAN’s central role in regional cooperation and development.
The statement emphasizes the importance of the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific and its mainstreaming within regional efforts. The Quad nations aim to work together to address shared challenges and promote a rules-based international order in the Indo-Pacific region.
This milestone marks a significant development in the Quad’s trajectory, solidifying its position as a key player in shaping the future of the Indo-Pacific. The joint statement reflects the growing convergence of interests among the four nations and their shared commitment to upholding a stable and prosperous region.
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