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India’s Quad Leaders Summit has been postponed to November. The Quad, comprising India, the US, Australia, and Japan, focuses on economic and maritime security.
PM Modi during his US visit in February invited President Donald Trump to India for the upcoming Quad Leaders’ Summit. (Image: X/ @PMO)
As India gears up to host the Quad Leaders Summit this year, the schedule for the top leaders meet has been postponed to November. The delay is being attributed to scheduling constraints and logistical issues, according to media reports.
Earlier the Summit was expected to be held in September. However, the dates are yet to be finalised for the Summit.
It is learnt some Quad members were of the view that September’s focus would be on the UN General Assembly in New York and it wouldn’t be ideal time for holding the summit.
Further, some pointed out that Japan is set to hold polls for the upper chamber of the Diet or the Parliament in July, leaving little time for preparations for the Summit.
What is Quad?
Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) is an coalition between India, United States, Australia and Japan. The four members of the group stresses on giving shape to an agenda to bolster economic security and maritime security along with fostering cooperation in various areas to address regional challenges.
Formally the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, the Quad began as a loose partnership after the devastating 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, when the four countries joined together to provide humanitarian and disaster assistance to the affected region. Former President Joe Biden hosted the QUAD Leader’s Summit in the 2024.
Manisha Roy is a Senior Sub-Editor at News18.com’s general desk. She comes with an experience of over 5 years in media industry. She covers politics and other hard news. She can be contacted at Manisha.Roy@nw18…Read More
Manisha Roy is a Senior Sub-Editor at News18.com’s general desk. She comes with an experience of over 5 years in media industry. She covers politics and other hard news. She can be contacted at Manisha.Roy@nw18… Read More
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