The Quad reiterates commitments to Indo-Pacific region
(VOVWORLD) - Senior officials from the United States, Australia, India, and Japan met virtually on Friday, for consultations on collective efforts to advance a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific region.
 A training program of the US Navy in the Indo-Pacific region on July 6, 2020. Photo: AFP/VNA |
The four countries discussed ways to work together in digital connectivity and infrastructure development and boost coordination on counterterrorism, maritime security, cyber security, and regional connectivity, in order to enhance peace, security, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region.
As the COVID-19 pandemic is raging on, participants also highlighted the need to improve supply chains and boost post-pandemic recovery efforts. The officials reaffirmed their countries’ strong support for ASEAN centrality and an ASEAN-led regional architecture.
They expressed their readiness to work with ASEAN and all other countries to implement a common and promising vision for the Indo-Pacific region.
The four countries highly praised Vietnam's role as the ASEAN Chair and said they are committed to continuing regular consultations, including the 15th East Asia Summit this November.