Quad Summit Likely to Be Held in Manila on November 17
· World · The Hindu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet U.S. President Donald Trump, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Manila on the sidelines of ASEAN summits. The meeting is expected to take place on November 17 evening after Mr. Trump lands in the Philippine capital. This marks the first time a Quad Summit is being held in a non-Quad country, providing leaders an opportunity to chart the next course for the Indo-Pacific grouping. Discussions are expected to focus on critical minerals, energy supply chains, and the safety of seafarers amid ongoing maritime conflicts. U.S. officials briefing media in Washington also confirmed Mr. Trump's participation in the multilateral meeting.
Why it matters
The summit directly impacts energy supply chains and maritime security for Indo-Pacific nations, carrying specific significance for India given the safety risks facing its seafarers in conflict zones.
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