- Quad foreign ministers express concern over South China Sea tensions and dangerous maritime maneuvers.
- The group commits to enhancing maritime security and domain awareness through various initiatives.
- The U.S. plans to revamp military coordination with Japan and engage with the Philippines on regional security.
The Quad nations—Australia, India, Japan, and the United States—met in Tokyo to address growing concerns over aggressive maritime tactics in the South China Sea.
Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized that the Quad’s practical efforts, such as humanitarian assistance and maritime initiatives, reflect a commitment to democratic values and a rules-based international order.
Quad Stresses Maritime Security and Free Navigation Amid Rising South China Sea Tensions
In addition to these measures, the U.S. has announced plans to revamp its military command in Japan to better coordinate with Japanese forces. This move reflects an adaptation to an evolving security environment marked by increased Chinese maritime assertiveness and other regional threats.
The Quad’s commitment to these efforts illustrates a collective drive to maintain a stable and open Indo-Pacific, demonstrating their dedication to democratic values and international norms in the face of growing regional challenges.
The Quad’s recent meeting in Tokyo reaffirms their resolve to enhance maritime security and uphold a rules-based international order in the Indo-Pacific, addressing both current tensions and future challenges.
“We are seriously concerned about the situation in the East and South China Seas and reiterate our strong opposition to any unilateral actions that seek to change the status quo by force or coercion,”
