Quad ramps Up Indo-Pacific surveillance, critical mineral cooperation
The Quad grouping has enhanced its cooperation in critical minerals and energy while introducing new maritime surveillance measures in the Indo-Pacific. This decision comes amid concerns over China's military activities in the region. The meeting emphasized the importance of a free and open Indo-Pacific, focusing on economic resilience and counter-terrorism efforts.
- ▪The Quad meeting was attended by foreign ministers from India, the US, Australia, and Japan.
- ▪A new Indo-Pacific Maritime Surveillance Cooperation Initiative was launched to enhance maritime surveillance capabilities.
- ▪The Quad aims to strengthen supply chains and promote economic resilience in the region.
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Quad ramps Up Indo-Pacific surveillance, critical mineral cooperationQuad ramps Up Indo-Pacific surveillance, critical mineral cooperationPublished on: May 26, 2026 11:52 AM ISTPTIShare viaCopy link New Delhi, The Quad grouping on Tuesday expanded cooperation in critical minerals and energy while unveiling new measures to boost maritime surveillance and port infrastructure across the Indo-Pacific against the backdrop of China's growing military posturing in the region.Quad ramps Up Indo-Pacific surveillance, critical mineral cooperationThe new measures were announced following a meeting of the grouping's foreign ministers in New Delhi.
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