Jaishankar Reaffirms Commitment to a Free and Open Indo-Pacific at Quad Meeting

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar participated in the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Manila, where leaders reviewed the evolving Indo-Pacific landscape and discussed recent regional developments.

Glad to participate in the Quad Foreign Ministers Meeting in Manila.

Reviewed the Indo-Pacific landscape and discussed recent developments. Followed up on the outcomes of the recent New Delhi meeting.

Committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific with a recognition of ASEAN… pic.twitter.com/p7EqFHu4c6

— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) July 22, 2026

The ministers also assessed the progress made since their recent meeting in New Delhi, reaffirming their shared commitment to advancing the Quad's agenda and strengthening cooperation across the Indo-Pacific.

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Sharing details of the meeting on social media, Dr. Jaishankar said the discussions focused on promoting a free, open, inclusive and rules-based Indo-Pacific, while underscoring the central role of ASEAN in maintaining regional peace, stability and prosperity.

The meeting highlighted the Quad's continued focus on enhancing collaboration among its member countries—India, the United States, Japan and Australia—to address common challenges and support a secure, resilient and prosperous Indo-Pacific region.