Biden to Host Quad Leaders Summit in Delaware

US President Joe Biden is set to host the leaders of Australia, India, and Japan in Wilmington, Delaware. This marks the first instance Biden hosts foreign leaders in his hometown. The summit will focus on strengthening strategic alliances and promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific region.

US President Joe Biden will host the leaders of Australia, India, and Japan next weekend in Wilmington, Delaware, the White House announced. The event, set in Biden's hometown, aims to solidify Biden's legacy before his term ends in January.

Biden, who was the first American president to host a summit of Quad leaders in 2021, continues the tradition of annual summits. This year's meeting signifies the US's foreign policy shift towards the Indo-Pacific region, countering China's influence. It's the first time Biden will welcome foreign leaders to Delaware during his presidency, following his decision to retire from reelection in July.

Press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre noted that the meeting signals Biden's personal rapport with each of the Quad leaders and underscores the alliance's significance. The summit will focus on enhancing strategic alignment among the countries and promoting a free, open Indo-Pacific, delivering tangible benefits to regional partners.

(With inputs from agencies.)