Free, inclusive Indo-Pacific region a shared goal of Quad, says PM Modi
India Today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Quad's efforts are encouraging a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific region.
Opening the crucial Quad summit in Tokyo, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Quad's efforts are encouraging a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific region. He said mutual trust and determination are giving new hope to democratic principles, adding that Quad has gained world prominence.
He said, "At the Quad level, with our mutual cooperation, a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific Region is being encouraged - it is the shared goal of all of us:"
"Quad has made an important place for itself before the world in such a short span of time. Today, Quad's scope has become extensive, its form effective. Our mutual trust and our determination are giving new energy and enthusiasm to democratic powers," PM Modi added.
He also said despite the adverse situation created by Covid-19, coordination was increased for vaccine delivery, climate action, supply chain resilience, disaster response, economic cooperation and other areas. It has ensured peace, prosperity and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
He also congratulated newly elected Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and said, "I congratulate Albanese. To be here within 24 hours shows your commitment to Quad."
