Following their meeting, the foreign ministers of the Quad nations issued a joint statement unequivocally condemning all forms of terrorism, including the recent attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. The statement specifically condemned the April 22, 2025, attack that resulted in the loss of life and injuries. The Quad called for the swift prosecution of the perpetrators and urged all UN member states to cooperate. Beyond counter-terrorism, the statement outlined the launch of the Quad Critical Minerals Initiative to bolster economic security. They also discussed strengthening maritime security, technology, and humanitarian aid in the Indo-Pacific region. The Quad expressed its commitment to the region’s openness and addressed concerns about the crisis in Myanmar.
Quad Condemns Pahalgam Attack, Focuses on Counter-Terrorism and Indo-Pacific Initiatives
