Increasing both the membership and influence of the Quad, experts say, could serve as the basis for the Biden administration’s strategy to curb China’s lofty ambitions in Asia.
For this, experts have suggested inviting South Korea to join the quadrilateral security dialogue ‘Quad’.
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Reason for inclusion of ‘South Korea’ in ‘Quad’:
South Korea has a population of about 50 million, and its economy is now G7, on par with that of Canada or Russia.
It has a population of 600,000 soldiers and women, and has a military budget of US$50 billion ($69.5 billion), which will soon overtake Japan. Given all these facts, South Korea’s engagement with the Quad is becoming more important than ever.
‘Quad Grouping’ : The Hindu Analysis
The Quad is a quadrilateral security negotiating organization consisting of the countries of Japan, India, the United States and Australia.
All member states of this grouping are democratic nations and share the interests of non-disrupted maritime trade and security. Today Current Affairs
The grouping is often referred to as “Asian” or “mini” NATO, and is seen as a response to China’s military and economic clout in the Indo-Pacific.
Origin of Quad Group : The Hindu Analysis
The origins of the Quad group can be traced back to the coordinated efforts of the four countries for relief efforts after the 2004 tsunami.
After this, these four countries met for the first time during the ASEAN Summit in 2007.
Its aim was to increase maritime cooperation between the four countries, Japan, India, the United States of America and Australia.
Significance of this organization : The Hindu Analysis
Quad is an opportunity for like-minded countries to share information and collaborate on projects of mutual interest.
Its member states share an open and open Indo-Pacific approach. Today Current Affairs
It is one of the many forums of dialogue between India, Australia, Japan and the US and should not be viewed in any one specific context.
China’s approach towards ‘Quad Group’ : The Hindu Analysis
It is a common understanding that the Quad will not compete militarily against any country. Nevertheless, by China’s strategic community, it is described as an emerging “Asian NATO” brand.
Notably, the ‘Confluence of Two Seas’ address by Japanese PM Shinzo Abe in the Indian Parliament has given a new thrust to the Quad concept. It has recognized the economic rise of India.
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