Quad Strengthens Amid US Engagement, Asserts MEA
MEA asserts Quad's strength, highlights continued US engagement

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The Ministry of External Affairs of India reaffirmed the strength of the Quad alliance, emphasizing continued US engagement despite speculation of a shift in American policy. MEA officials highlighted the US's focus on the Indo-Pacific and the Quad's expanding initiatives.
- 01MEA Additional Secretary Nagaraj Naidu stated that the US remains 'very engaged' in the Quad.
- 02The US National Security Strategy emphasizes strengthening Indo-Pacific alliances and Quad cooperation.
- 03Quad Foreign Ministers have met three times in 18 months, showcasing active collaboration.
- 04The Quad is expanding its initiatives across multiple domains, indicating its enduring relevance.
- 05The timing and location of the next Quad Summit will be decided by diplomats based on leaders' schedules.
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The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India has asserted the strength and ongoing engagement of the Quad alliance, dismissing concerns regarding a potential shift in the United States' stance. During a briefing following the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting, MEA Additional Secretary Nagaraj Naidu emphasized that the US remains 'very engaged' in the Quad, as reflected in its strategic policy documents, including the National Security Strategy. This document highlights the importance of strengthening Indo-Pacific alliances and enhancing cooperation with India. Naidu noted that Quad Foreign Ministers have convened three times in the past 18 months, indicating active collaboration among member nations. He stated, 'The Quad is here to stay,' highlighting the expansion of initiatives across various domains. The next Summit's timing and location will be determined by diplomats, considering the leaders' busy schedules. The recent meeting was attended by India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, along with counterparts from Australia, Japan, and the US.
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The reaffirmation of the Quad's strength and US engagement could enhance regional security and economic ties, particularly for India.
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