S. Jaishankar Meets Quad Counterparts in Washington, Strengthens Indo-Pacific Focus

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held key bilateral meetings with Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya and Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong in Washington, D.C., ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration as the 47th U.S. President. The discussions centered on advancing bilateral ties and addressing regional security under the Quad framework, which includes India, Japan, Australia, and the U.S. This marks a significant step in reinforcing the Quad’s commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific amidst evolving geopolitical dynamics. Jaishankar highlighted progress in maritime security and economic cooperation as key priorities for the alliance.

Source: Moneycontrol, Indian Express, The Print