Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to embark on a three-day visit to the United States next weekend to participate in the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) leadership summit. Hosted by US President Joe Biden , the summit will take place at Biden’s Wilmington, Delaware residence on September 21, bringing together leaders from India, Japan, and Australia.
Quad Leadership Summit in Delaware
The fourth in-person Quad summit will see PM Modi, Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio, and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese joining President Biden for crucial discussions. The summit aims to advance the Quad’s shared vision of a free and open Indo-Pacific, addressing pressing issues like maritime security, health, infrastructure, and cybersecurity.
This is the first time President Biden will be hosting foreign leaders at his personal residence, highlighting his strong personal connections with the Quad leaders and the strategic importance of the Quad partnership.
Strategic Focus on Indo-Pacific Region
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre highlighted the summit’s goals, which include strengthening strategic alignment between Quad nations and delivering tangible benefits to partners in the Indo-Pacific region. These benefits will cover areas such as:
- Health security
- Response to natural disasters
- Maritime security
- High-quality infrastructure development
- Critical and emerging technology
- Climate and clean energy
- Cybersecurity
The summit reflects the growing importance of the Indo-Pacific region in global geopolitics and security. Since its formation in November 2017, the Quad has worked to ensure that critical sea routes in the region remain free from any dominant influence.
Bilateral Meetings and Indian Community Event
Aside from the Quad summit, PM Modi will also engage in bilateral talks with the leaders of Japan and Australia to strengthen diplomatic ties further. His schedule includes attending an **Indian community event in New Jersey** on **September 22**, where he will address the Indian diaspora and discuss issues related to India’s development and international collaborations.
Participation in the Summit of the Future
PM Modi’s visit will also include his participation in the Summit of the Future on September 23. Organised by the United Nations, this summit aims to produce an inter-governmentally negotiated Pact for the Future, with key focus areas such as:
- Sustainable development
- Financing for development
- International peace and security
- Science, technology, and innovation
- Digital cooperation
- Youth and future generations
- Transforming global governance
This event reflects the global push towards building a future based on international cooperation, especially in light of ongoing global challenges like climate change, economic inequality, and digital divides.
Strengthening Global Governance and Regional Security
The Quad summit will serve as a platform to discuss **high-level strategic priorities** for the Indo-Pacific region, reinforcing the participating countries’ commitment to global governance and regional security. As the geopolitical landscape in the Indo-Pacific continues to evolve, this gathering of leaders aims to shape the future trajectory of security, infrastructure, and technological growth in the region.
PM Modi’s engagement with global leaders and his participation in the Summit of the Future underscore India’s growing influence on the global stage, particularly in shaping governance structures and addressing future challenges.