Quad aligned in advancing closer collaboration, delivering results for free and open Indo-Pacific: US envoy Sergio Gor
New Delhi, August 13
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor stated on Thursday that the Quad grouping remains united in deepening cooperation and driving tangible outcomes to foster a free and open Indo-Pacific.
Gor's remarks came after he met with Australia's High Commissioner to India Philip Green and Japan's Ambassador to India, Keiichi Ono, to review forthcoming Quad engagements.
The Quad framework comprises four member states: India, Australia, Japan, and the United States, dedicated to operating as a force for global good while promoting an open, free, and inclusive Indo-Pacific that remains prosperous and resilient.
"Productive discussions today with Australia's High Commissioner to India, Philip Green and Japan's Ambassador to India, Ono Keiichi, on upcoming Quad initiatives and meetings. Together with India, our four nations are aligned in advancing closer collaboration and delivering results for a free and open Indo-Pacific," Gor wrote in a post on X following the interaction.
Last month, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi, and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio convened for the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Manila.
During the meeting, the ministers reiterated their commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific while underlining their firm backing for ASEAN unity and centrality within the region. In a joint declaration, EAM Jaishankar, Wong, Motegi, and Rubio highlighted the Quad's resolve towards regional prosperity and its partnership with ASEAN and its member nations.
"As ASEAN Comprehensive Strategic Partners, we, the Secretary of State of the United States and the Foreign Ministers of Australia, India, and Japan, met today in Manila to reaffirm our commitment to strengthening a free and open Indo-Pacific and our unwavering support for ASEAN unity and centrality. We are deeply invested in the region's success and in cooperating with ASEAN and its member states," the joint statement issued after the Manila meeting read.
The foreign ministers also addressed regional security issues and discussed ways to reinforce support for the "practical implementation" of the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific (AOIP) through "shared priorities of maritime and transnational security, economic prosperity and security, critical and emerging technologies, and humanitarian assistance and emergency response."
The declaration emphasised that the Quad continues to stand united in its core belief that "peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific maritime domain underpin the security and prosperity of the region."
— ANI
Reader Comments
While the Quad talks about free and open Indo-Pacific, I hope they also focus on concrete development projects for smaller nations in the region. We need more than just statements - we need infrastructure, healthcare and tech partnerships that actually help people.
As an American, I'm glad to see President Trump's administration prioritizing the Indo-Pacific. The Quad is a force for good and our partnership with India is more important than ever. Looking forward to concrete outcomes from the upcoming engagements.
Happy to see the focus on ASEAN unity and the AOIP. This is exactly what India has been advocating for - a rule-based order where all nations, big or small, have a say. Let's hope the maritime security cooperation translates into real safety for our shipping lanes.
The Quad's emphasis on critical technologies and emergency response is important, but we need more clarity on implementation. How exactly will these shared priorities benefit small island nations? They should also address cybersecurity threats which are becoming a huge concern.
Great diplomatic work by the Quad ministers in Manila. As someone from Australia, I appreciate India's role in anchoring this alliance. Together we can ensure that the Indo-Pacific remains peaceful and prosperous for everyone.
I hope the Quad respects the sovereignty of all nations. We shouldn't be imposing our "rules-based order" on others who may see things differently. True cooperation means listening to
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