US President Joe Biden emphasized the strength and permanence of the Quad alliance between the US, Australia, India, and Japan during their annual summit in Delaware. The leaders of the four countries met to deepen their partnership and cooperation as they face growing competition with China in the Asia Pacific region.
The Quad alliance, initially formed in 2007 and later revived in 2017, has become a key component of the US strategy to counter China’s influence in the region. Biden has prioritized strengthening the alliance, hosting the leaders at the White House last year and now in his hometown of Wilmington.
While the leaders did not mention China in their opening remarks, they emphasized their commitment to a rules-based international order and peaceful resolution of disputes in the region. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated the group’s support for a free, open, inclusive, and prosperous Indo-Pacific.
The Quad leaders also stressed the importance of national sovereignty and the need for peace and stability in the region. Biden has made rivalry with China a top foreign policy priority, particularly amid tensions over trade, Taiwan, the South China Sea, and allegations of spying and cyberattacks.
However, China has criticized the US for its Cold War mentality and spreading a “China threat” narrative. Beijing urges the US to understand its strategic intentions and move away from confrontational rhetoric. Despite these tensions, the Quad alliance remains committed to strengthening cooperation and promoting shared goals in the Asia Pacific.
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