Quad Expresses Deep Concern Over South China Sea

During the Quad Foreign Ministers' meeting in Washington, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the South China Sea as a major concern for the member nations. The United States, India, Australia, and Japan share a common goal of maintaining peace and stability in this critical waterway. The joint statement issued after the meeting strongly opposed any unilateral actions that could alter the status quo through force or coercion. The statement specifically addressed concerns regarding dangerous actions, including interference with resource development and obstruction of navigation, emphasizing the importance of upholding international law and freedom of navigation.