Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the Quad Summit in Wilmington, Delaware, alongside US President Joe Biden, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and Japan’s Premier Fumio Kishida. The summit will focus on peace, stability, and development in the Indo-Pacific region, addressing critical issues like health security, climate change, and maritime security.
The ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza are expected to be a central part of discussions. India has maintained a balanced stance, advocating for ceasefires and humanitarian aid in West Asia, while also keeping channels open for potential proposals to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Modi’s meeting with President Biden will unveil agreements related to the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) for clean and fair economy pillars. India is also set to sign an MoU on a drug framework with the US, signaling stronger cooperation in critical areas.
At the UN’s Summit of the Future, PM Modi will highlight India’s priorities, focusing on inclusive and sustainable development, especially for the Global South. Modi will call for greater multilateral cooperation to address the global deficit in development amid increasing conflicts.
A notable initiative during Modi’s visit will be the launch of the Cancer Moonshot program across the Indo-Pacific. Additionally, Modi will meet with CEOs of American firms working on AI, quantum computing, and semiconductors, showcasing India’s push toward cutting-edge technology.
