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Jaishankar calls for deeper Quad cooperation

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The Atlanta session brought together diplomats from India, the United States, Australia, and Japan on the sidelines of the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar urged the coalition to adopt a contemporary agenda focused on safeguarding supply chains and resisting non-market behaviors. The meeting also addressed counter-terrorism cooperation, freedom of choice, and maritime security commitments across the Indo-Pacific. This gathering marked the third time the Quad foreign ministers have met this year.

Key points

  • Quad partners are prioritizing supply chain resilience and secure access to critical mine…: Quad partners are prioritizing supply chain resilience and secure access to critical minerals, energy, and advanced technology.
  • Member nations are focusing on practical outcomes that counter non-market economic practi…: Member nations are focusing on practical outcomes that counter non-market economic practices across the Indo-Pacific region.
  • The Atlanta gathering represents the third foreign ministers' session this year following…: The Atlanta gathering represents the third foreign ministers' session this year following previous talks in New Delhi and Manila.

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Washington: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday stressed the importance of deepening cooperation among Quad nations to promote supply chain resilience and ensure technology, critical minerals, and energy security.

Participating in the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Atlanta, Jaishankar said he spoke about countering non-market practices and increased economic stresses in the Indo-Pacific region.

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The Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting was held on the sidelines of the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Atlanta on Saturday, convened by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Foreign Ministers of Australia and Japan -- Penny Wong and Toshimitsu Motegi, respectively -- also attended the meeting.

Jaishankar said he highlighted the importance of maintaining stability, driving prosperity and ensuring freedom of choice as continuing commitments in the Indo-Pacific.

The minister also underscored taking forward agreements on counter-terrorism, maritime security and capacity building to enhance resilience and contribute to peace and stability.

Jaishankar also made a strong pitch for developing a more contemporary Quad agenda with a practical approach.

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