INTERNATIONAL GATHERING TO OCCUR IN WILMINGTON
In a significant diplomatic gathering – President Biden will host the leaders of japan, India, and Australia for the quad leaders summit on Saturday, September 21st here in Wilmington. The summit – originally slated to take place in India – marks he first time Biden will welcome foreign heads of state to his home city as president.
The quad – an informal alliance formed to bolster security and cooperation in the indo-pacific region – has taken on greater significance amid escalating geopolitical tensions. As the group’s importance grows, the decision to hold the meeting in Biden’s hometown speaks to the close personal ties he shares with the leaders of japan, India, and Australia.
The quad has met several times since its formal establishment, with the first summit held at the white house in 2021. Since then – the group has focused on issues ranging from security to infrastructure development in the indo-pacific region, with particular attention on countering china’s growing influence.
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