Paper: GS – II, Subject: International Relations, Topic: Regional and global Groupings, Issue: The Quad Foreign Ministers’ meeting.
Context:
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s statements at the Quad Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Washington D.C., emphasizing India’s right to defend its people against terrorism and the expectation that Quad partners understand and appreciate this stance.
Key Takeaways:
| What is the genesis and evolution of QUAD? India, Japan, USA, and Australia held the first ‘Quad’ talks in Manila ahead of the ASEAN Summit 2017. 2020: The trilateral India-US-Japan Malabar naval exercises expanded to include Australia, marking the first official grouping of the Quad since its resurgence in 2017 and the first joint military exercises among the four countries in over a decade.2021: The Quad leaders met virtually and later released a joint statement titled ‘The Spirit of the Quad’. |
Australian Foreign Minister’s Remarks:
- Myanmar Earthquake: Penny Wong mentioned the Quad’s quick response to the March 28 earthquake in Myanmar, highlighting the grouping’s ability to mobilize assistance.
Freedom of Choice in the Indo-Pacific:
- Essential for Nations: Jaishankar emphasized that nations in the Indo-Pacific must have the “freedom of choice” to make the right decisions on development and security.
Significance of QUED for India:
Way Forward for Strengthening Quad:
- Defining a Clear Indo-Pacific strategy: Quad must articulate a well-defined Indo-Pacific strategy to align economic and security goals. This will reassure smaller nations about its role in regional stability.
- Expanding Membership: India should advocate for the inclusion of countries like Indonesia and Singapore. A broader Quad could enhance regional credibility and influence.
- Strengthening India’s Maritime Strategy: India needs a robust Indo-Pacific maritime doctrine. This should address security challenges, integrate military and diplomatic efforts, and engage strategic allies.
In essence, Jaishankar’s remarks underscored India’s firm stance on counter-terrorism and its expectation of support from its Quad partners. The meeting also highlighted the Quad’s commitment to a rules-based international order and its growing cooperation in various areas to promote stability and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region.
La Excellence IAS Academy, the best IAS coaching in Hyderabad, known for delivering quality content and conceptual clarity for UPSC 2025 preparation.
FOLLOW US ON:
â—‰ YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@CivilsPrepTeam
â—‰ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LaExcellenceIAS
â—‰ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laexcellenceiasacademy/
GET IN TOUCH:
Contact us at info@laex.in, https://laex.in/contact-us/
or Call us @ +91 9052 29 2929, +91 9052 99 2929, +91 9154 24 2140
OUR BRANCHES:
Head Office: H No: 1-10-225A, Beside AEVA Fertility Center, Ashok Nagar Extension, VV Giri Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Hyderabad, 500020
Madhapur: Flat no: 301, survey no 58-60, Guttala begumpet Madhapur metro pillar: 1524, Rangareddy Hyderabad, Telangana 500081
Bangalore: Plot No: 99, 2nd floor, 80 Feet Road, Beside Poorvika Mobiles, Chandra Layout, Attiguppe, Near Vijaya Nagara, Bengaluru, 560040
