PM Modi Meets Quad Leaders Amid Rising East-West Tensions

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Quad summit in Delaware, meeting with US, Japan, and Australia leaders

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Quad summit in Delaware, meeting with US, Japan, and Australia leaders. The summit addressed regional security and technology cooperation amid rising challenges from China. The visit comes amid increasing tensions between the East and West, with the US facing growing competition from China. Quad’s relevance remains crucial for China’s neighbours, including Japan, ASEAN countries, and India. Modi’s visit coincides with the US presidential race, raising questions about future Quad policies. While there’s a bipartisan consensus on Quad, US parties regarding China’s policy differ.

The Quad Leaders’ Summit joint statement emphasized maritime security, quality infrastructure, and critical technologies. Members aim to achieve interoperability at sea and secure undersea cables. The Declaration condemned China’s actions in the East and South China Seas and emphasized freedom of navigation and overflight. China’s increasing military activities in the Taiwan Strait were also addressed. Modi addressed the UN’s Summit of the Future, promoting India’s role in Asia-Pacific. The future course of the Quad remains uncertain until the new US administration takes office.