The first-ever Quad–India, Japan, Australia and US leaders’ summit will take place virtually on March 12, Friday, marking a significant geopolitical moment. The summit will see the participation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with Australian PM Scott Morrison, Japan’s PM Yoshihide Suga and US President Joseph R Biden.
India’s Ministry of External Affairs, in a statement, said, “The leaders will discuss regional and global issues of shared interest, and exchange views on practical areas of cooperation towards maintaining a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific region”.
It explained, “The Summit will provide an opportunity to exchange views on contemporary challenges such as resilient supply chains, emerging and critical technologies, maritime security, and climate change.”
COVID vaccines will be a key focus, with leaders discussing “ongoing efforts to combat Covid-19 pandemic” and “explore opportunities for collaboration in ensuring safe, equitable…