President Joe Biden will be hosting the leaders of Australia, India, and Japan in his hometown of Wilmington, Delaware, next weekend, as announced by the White House. This summit marks a significant event as Biden aims to strengthen his legacy before the end of his term in January.
In 2021, President Biden became the first American leader to host a summit of the Quad leaders, comprising Australia, India, Japan, and the United States. Since then, annual summits have been held, reflecting the U.S.'s strategic shift towards the Indo-Pacific region to address challenges posed by China.
This upcoming summit will be the first time President Biden hosts foreign leaders in Delaware during his presidency. Following his decision not to seek reelection in July, Biden has been spending more time in his home state.
According to press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, the decision to host the Quad leaders in Wilmington underscores the President's strong personal relationships with each leader and the collective importance of the Quad alliance to all member countries.
The Quad Leaders Summit will focus on enhancing strategic alignment among the four nations, promoting a shared vision of a free and open Indo-Pacific region, and delivering tangible benefits to partners in the region across various key areas.
