Quad foreign ministers reaffirm free, open Indo-Pacific at Manila meeting
The foreign ministers of India, the US, Australia, and Japan met in Manila, reaffirming their commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific amid concerns over China's assertiveness. They emphasized support for the unity and centrality of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) during their discussions. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted the meeting's focus on reviewing the Indo-Pacific landscape and recent developments following a prior meeting in New Delhi.