Quad Alliance Issues Strong Statement Against Terrorism and Maritime Coercion
Quad condemns terrorism, warns against coercive actions in Indo-Pacific
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The Quad alliance, comprising India, the United States, Japan, and Australia, condemned terrorism and warned against coercive actions in the Indo-Pacific. They emphasized the importance of international law for maritime security and pledged to combat transnational crime while supporting regional partners.
- 01The Quad reaffirmed its commitment to a 'free and open Indo-Pacific' and condemned any destabilizing actions that threaten regional stability.
- 02The alliance expressed serious concerns over coercive actions in the East and South China Seas, urging peaceful resolution of disputes in accordance with international law.
- 03The Quad condemned terrorism, including specific attacks in Pahalgam and Bondi Beach, and called for international cooperation against terror entities.
- 04Concerns were raised about online scam centers in Southeast Asia, linking them to organized crime and pledging enhanced law enforcement cooperation.
- 05The Quad welcomed India's initiative for maritime domain awareness and committed to developing a 'Common Operational Picture' for real-time information sharing.
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The Quad, consisting of India, the United States, Japan, and Australia, issued a joint statement condemning terrorism and warning against coercive actions in the Indo-Pacific region. They emphasized the need for a 'free and open Indo-Pacific' and the importance of upholding international law for peace and stability. The alliance expressed serious concerns regarding destabilizing actions in the East and South China Seas, advocating for peaceful dispute resolution as per the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Additionally, the Quad condemned terrorism in all its forms, specifically referencing attacks in Pahalgam and Bondi Beach, and called for sustained international efforts against terror entities. They also highlighted the proliferation of online scams in Southeast Asia linked to organized crime and pledged to enhance law enforcement cooperation. Furthermore, the Quad welcomed India's operationalization of the Indian Ocean Region program aimed at improving maritime domain awareness and committed to developing a collaborative framework for real-time information sharing across the Indo-Pacific.
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The Quad's commitment to counter-terrorism and maritime security is expected to enhance regional stability and safety for international shipping routes.
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