Ahead of the Quad summit in Tokyo, US President Joe Biden launched a new Asia-Pacific trade initiative in the presence of Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida.

QUAD Summit 2022: US President Biden lays out new Asia-Pacific trade pact during QUAD meet

Quad Summit 2022: PM Narendra Modi receives rousing welcome in Tokyo, meets top business leaders - see pics

<p>When the Prime Minister of a country visits another country, it's usually fascinating to see how the local press covers his visit. We Indians are likewise more interested in hearing what the Japanese press and editorial boards have to say about our country and Prime Minister.</p>

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a jam-packed schedule for his visit to Japan.</p>

<p>On Narendra Modi's visit, the Japan Times carried a two-page piece headlined "Indian Prime Minister's Special Visits."</p>

<p>He has several engagements planned for the day in Japan.</p>

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<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Tokyo to participate in Quad summit, said that he sees Japan as an indispensable partner' in India's continuing transformation, asserting that New Delhi's speed and scale combined with ease of doing business, attractive incentives, bold reforms and ambitious plans create unmatched opportunities for Japanese businesses.This comes ahead of a bilateral meeting of PM Modi with his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida. This will be their second meeting in two months.</p>

<p>The Quad summit will focus on strengthening collaboration among the important grouping's members and discussing developments in the Indo-Pacific region.</p>

<p>When he arrived in Tokyo, PM Modi was greeted warmly by the Indian diaspora at the hotel where he would be staying during his visit. The prime minister had meetings with Nobuhiro Endo, Chairman of NEC Corporation; Tadashi Yanai, President and CEO of UNIQLO; Osamu Suzuki, Adviser of Suzuki Motor Corporation, and Masayoshi Son, Board Director of Softbank Group Corporation on that day.</p>

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When the Prime Minister of a country visits another country, it's usually fascinating to see how the local press covers his visit. We Indians are likewise more interested in hearing what the Japanese press and editorial boards have to say about our country and Prime Minister.

When the Prime Minister of a country visits another country, it's usually fascinating to see how the local press covers his visit. We Indians are likewise more interested in hearing what the Japanese press and editorial boards have to say about our country and Prime Minister. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a jam-packed schedule for his visit to Japan. On Narendra Modi's visit, the Japan Times carried a two-page piece headlined "Indian Prime Minister's Special Visits." He has several engagements planned for the day in Japan. Speaking at the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework event, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India will work for an inclusive and flexible Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. Trust, Transparency, and Timeliness are key, the PM added. × #QuadSummit | Tokyo is hosting one of the most important foreign policy summits of the year in the Indo-Pacific region@SehgalRahesha talks to @palkisu to bring you the report Watch more: https://t.co/AXC5qRcEPB pic.twitter.com/VjTV1kzqLb — WION (@WIONews) May 23, 2022 × Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Tokyo to participate in Quad summit, said that he sees Japan as an indispensable partner' in India's continuing transformation, asserting that New Delhi's speed and scale combined with ease of doing business, attractive incentives, bold reforms and ambitious plans create unmatched opportunities for Japanese businesses.This comes ahead of a bilateral meeting of PM Modi with his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida. This will be their second meeting in two months. The Quad summit will focus on strengthening collaboration among the important grouping's members and discussing developments in the Indo-Pacific region. When he arrived in Tokyo, PM Modi was greeted warmly by the Indian diaspora at the hotel where he would be staying during his visit. The prime minister had meetings with Nobuhiro Endo, Chairman of NEC Corporation; Tadashi Yanai, President and CEO of UNIQLO; Osamu Suzuki, Adviser of Suzuki Motor Corporation, and Masayoshi Son, Board Director of Softbank Group Corporation on that day. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Quad Summit 2022: Action-packed schedule for PM Modi in Japan

US President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida held bilateral talks in Tokyo ahead of the QUAD summit. Both leaders committed to monitoring Chinese naval movements and China-Russia joint exercises.

QUAD Summit 2022: Japan, US commit to monitor Chinese naval movements

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<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Japan Monday morning (May 23) to attend the Quad summit at the invitation of Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. The summit is scheduled to take place on Tuesday. PM Modi noted that during his two-day visit, he will be taking part in various programmes including the summit&nbsp;and meeting other Quad leaders. He will also interact with Japanese business leaders and the Indian diaspora.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Upon his arrival, the Indian Prime Minister interacted with children who were outside Hotel New Otani to welcome him. During the interaction, PM Modi looked impressed when a kid named Ritsuki Kobayashi spoke Hindi fluently while asking for his autograph.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi said, "Waah! Where did you learn Hindi from?... You know it pretty well?"&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Later, while interacting with India-based news agency ANI, Kobayashi said, "He [PM Modi] read my message, which I wrote on paper and this is the reason that I am very happy and even I got his signature."&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Watch the sweet video here:&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Japan’s Indian community has made pioneering contributions in different fields. They have also remained connected with their roots in India. I thank the Indian diaspora in Japan for the warm welcome. <a href="https://t.co/cfMCzM4XVf">pic.twitter.com/cfMCzM4XVf</a></p>
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<p>Ahead of his visit to Japan, PM Modi on Sunday said that during the Quad summit, leaders will once again have the opportunity to discuss various initiatives and issues of mutual interest.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue or Quad is a strategic security dialogue between Australia, India, Japan, and the United States.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Summit in Tokyo is the fourth interaction of Quad Leaders since their first virtual meeting in March 2021, in-person Summit in Washington D.C. in September 2021 and virtual meeting in March 2022.&nbsp;</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Japan Monday morning (May 23) to attend the Quad summit at the invitation of Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Japan Monday morning (May 23) to attend the Quad summit at the invitation of Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida. The summit is scheduled to take place on Tuesday. PM Modi noted that during his two-day visit, he will be taking part in various programmes including the summit and meeting other Quad leaders. He will also interact with Japanese business leaders and the Indian diaspora. Upon his arrival, the Indian Prime Minister interacted with children who were outside Hotel New Otani to welcome him. During the interaction, PM Modi looked impressed when a kid named Ritsuki Kobayashi spoke Hindi fluently while asking for his autograph. PM Modi said, "Waah! Where did you learn Hindi from?... You know it pretty well?" Later, while interacting with India-based news agency ANI, Kobayashi said, "He [PM Modi] read my message, which I wrote on paper and this is the reason that I am very happy and even I got his signature." WION @ Quad: Updates from Japan | Indian PM pens op-ed for Japanese daily, hails India-Japan ties Watch the sweet video here: #WATCH | "Waah! Where did you learn Hindi from?... You know it pretty well?," PM Modi to Japanese kids who were awaiting his autograph with Indian kids on his arrival at a hotel in Tokyo, Japan pic.twitter.com/xbNRlSUjik — ANI (@ANI) May 22, 2022 × Japan’s Indian community has made pioneering contributions in different fields. They have also remained connected with their roots in India. I thank the Indian diaspora in Japan for the warm welcome. pic.twitter.com/cfMCzM4XVf — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 23, 2022 × ALSO READ | Anthony Albanese sworn in as Australia's PM, heads to Tokyo for Quad summit Ahead of his visit to Japan, PM Modi on Sunday said that during the Quad summit, leaders will once again have the opportunity to discuss various initiatives and issues of mutual interest. The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue or Quad is a strategic security dialogue between Australia, India, Japan, and the United States. The Summit in Tokyo is the fourth interaction of Quad Leaders since their first virtual meeting in March 2021, in-person Summit in Washington D.C. in September 2021 and virtual meeting in March 2022. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Quad Summit 2022: Boy in Japan impresses Indian PM Narendra Modi with Hindi, watch his reaction

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with Japanese business leaders in Tokyo, where he will be attending the QUAD Summit on Tuesday. In addition to holding talks with the Japanese prime minister, PM Modi will be meeting US President Joe Biden.

QUAD Summit 2022: Indian PM Modi meets business leaders in Tokyo ahead of QUAD meet

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Chairman of NEC Corporation Nobuhiro Endo in Tokyo as part of his two-day visit to the country. PM Modi also interacted with Japanese business leaders ahead of QUAD meet.

QUAD Summit 2022: Indian PM Modi meets chairman of NEC corporation and other business leaders

<p>United States President Joe Biden on Monday (May 23) said that 13 countries have joined a new, US-led Asia-Pacific trade initiative. The alliance is deemed a counterweight to China's aggressive expansion in the region.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Biden embarked on an East Asia trip where he visited South Korea and then arrived in Japan to attend the four-nation Quad summit, which is scheduled to take place on Tuesday (May 24).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ahead of the Quad summit in Tokyo, Biden launched Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) in the Japanese capital in the presence of Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>At a press conference alongside the Japanese PM, Biden said, "The United States and Japan, together with 11 other nations will be launching" the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Biden added, "This framework is a commitment to working with our close friends and partners in the region on challenges that matter most to ensuring economic competitiveness in the 21st century".&nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>List of countries who will be 'initial partners' of the US-led Indo-Pacific Economic Framework released:</strong></p>

<p>US</p>

<p>Australia</p>

<p>Brunei</p>

<p>India</p>

<p>Indonesia</p>

<p>Japan</p>

<p>South Korea&nbsp;</p>

<p>Malaysia</p>

<p>New Zealand</p>

<p>Philippines</p>

<p>Singapore</p>

<p>Thailand</p>

<p>Vietnam</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Biden, Kishida hold joint press conference: US reiterates commitment to Japan's defence</strong></p>

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<p>As per the US, the deal will provide a way to sort through key issues from climate change to supply chain resilience and digital trade to the countries that join. Although, the deal doesn't offer tariff relief or market access to the countries.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The framework will help countries together to negotiate the various aspects of trade and also to discuss how to consider potential future members, including China, which is not taking part, officials told reporters. Taiwan was also left out of the initial talks.&nbsp;</p>

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United States President Joe Biden on Monday (May 23) said that 13 countries have joined a new, US-led Asia-Pacific trade initiative. The alliance is deemed a counterweight to China's aggressive expansion in the region.

United States President Joe Biden on Monday (May 23) said that 13 countries have joined a new, US-led Asia-Pacific trade initiative. The alliance is deemed a counterweight to China's aggressive expansion in the region. Biden embarked on an East Asia trip where he visited South Korea and then arrived in Japan to attend the four-nation Quad summit, which is scheduled to take place on Tuesday (May 24). Ahead of the Quad summit in Tokyo, Biden launched Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) in the Japanese capital in the presence of Japanese Prime Minister Kishida Fumio. Quad Summit 2022 | Live Updates: Indian PM pens op-ed for Japanese daily, hails India-Japan ties At a press conference alongside the Japanese PM, Biden said, "The United States and Japan, together with 11 other nations will be launching" the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity. Biden added, "This framework is a commitment to working with our close friends and partners in the region on challenges that matter most to ensuring economic competitiveness in the 21st century". List of countries who will be 'initial partners' of the US-led Indo-Pacific Economic Framework released: US Australia Brunei India Indonesia Japan South Korea Malaysia New Zealand Philippines Singapore Thailand Vietnam WATCH | Biden, Kishida hold joint press conference: US reiterates commitment to Japan's defence × ALSO READ | Quad Summit 2022: Japanese kid's fluent Hindi impresses Indian PM Narendra Modi, watch his reaction As per the US, the deal will provide a way to sort through key issues from climate change to supply chain resilience and digital trade to the countries that join. Although, the deal doesn't offer tariff relief or market access to the countries. The framework will help countries together to negotiate the various aspects of trade and also to discuss how to consider potential future members, including China, which is not taking part, officials told reporters. Taiwan was also left out of the initial talks. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

US President Joe Biden says 13 countries to join new Asia-Pacific trade initiative

US President Joe Biden and Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida attended a joint news conference after their bilateral meeting at Akasaka Palace in Tokyo, Japan. Tomohiko Taniguchi, Former Special Adviser to Shinzo Abe brings you more insights from the meeting.

Biden, Kishida Talks: Both leaders discuss expansion of Japanese military capabilities

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Japan to attend the Quad leaders meeting on May 24 (Tuesday) but there's an interesting fact revealed regarding his travel. It has been revealed that PM Modi prefers night travel for foreign tours, India-based news agency ANI reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ahead of the summit, PM Modi on Sunday (May 22) tweeted: "This evening, I will be leaving for Japan to take part in the second in-person Quad Summit. The Quad leaders will once again have the opportunity to discuss the various Quad initiatives and other issues of mutual interest."&nbsp;</p>

<p>After analysing his travelling patterns, it has been understood that PM Modi apparently prefers night travel. ANI reported that PM Modi tries to save time. Most of the time, he attends engagements and meetings the next day and after that, he again travels in case needed.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier this month, PM Modi was on a three-day visit to Germany, Denmark and France. He recently visited Nepal on Buddha Jayanti. ANI analysed his travel timings as it reported that PM Modi spent just one night in Germany and Denmark each.&nbsp;</p>

<p>PM Modi will be leaving on May 22 night for the Quad summit, where he will hold meetings with world leaders, and top businessmen, and will also address the Indian community.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As per ANI, a source who knows PM Modi for several years explained that long back in the early nineties he used to put the special frequent-flyer card to good use.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The source added that PM Modi used to visit the destinations during the day and usually take the last flight back so that hotel-stay money could be saved. He used to sleep in the plane and airports very often, the source added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ahead of the visit, PM Modi in a statement said: "In Japan, I will also participate in the second in-person Quad Leaders’ Summit, which will provide an opportunity for the leaders of the four Quad countries to review the progress of Quad initiatives. We will also exchange views about developments in the Indo-Pacific region and global issues of mutual interest."&nbsp;</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Japan to attend the Quad leaders meeting on May 24 (Tuesday) but there's an interesting fact revealed regarding his travel.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Japan to attend the Quad leaders meeting on May 24 (Tuesday) but there's an interesting fact revealed regarding his travel. It has been revealed that PM Modi prefers night travel for foreign tours, India-based news agency ANI reported. Ahead of the summit, PM Modi on Sunday (May 22) tweeted: "This evening, I will be leaving for Japan to take part in the second in-person Quad Summit. The Quad leaders will once again have the opportunity to discuss the various Quad initiatives and other issues of mutual interest." After analysing his travelling patterns, it has been understood that PM Modi apparently prefers night travel. ANI reported that PM Modi tries to save time. Most of the time, he attends engagements and meetings the next day and after that, he again travels in case needed. WION @ Quad: Updates from Japan Earlier this month, PM Modi was on a three-day visit to Germany, Denmark and France. He recently visited Nepal on Buddha Jayanti. ANI analysed his travel timings as it reported that PM Modi spent just one night in Germany and Denmark each. PM Modi will be leaving on May 22 night for the Quad summit, where he will hold meetings with world leaders, and top businessmen, and will also address the Indian community. ALSO READ | Quad summit 2022: Here's PM Narendra Modi's schedule for Tokyo visit This evening, I will be leaving for Japan to take part in the second in-person Quad Summit. The Quad leaders will once again have the opportunity to discuss the various Quad initiatives and other issues of mutual interest. https://t.co/xTSH2sTYI1 — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 22, 2022 × As per ANI, a source who knows PM Modi for several years explained that long back in the early nineties he used to put the special frequent-flyer card to good use. The source added that PM Modi used to visit the destinations during the day and usually take the last flight back so that hotel-stay money could be saved. He used to sleep in the plane and airports very often, the source added. Ahead of the visit, PM Modi in a statement said: "In Japan, I will also participate in the second in-person Quad Leaders’ Summit, which will provide an opportunity for the leaders of the four Quad countries to review the progress of Quad initiatives. We will also exchange views about developments in the Indo-Pacific region and global issues of mutual interest." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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<p>The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue or Quad has been in existence since 2007. It was first mooted by former Japanese Minister Shinzo Abe and has seen several ups and downs.</p>

<p>But their common perceived threat from China emboldened them to give shape to the long-pending "Quad" Coalition in 2017 to develop a new strategy and keep the critical sea routes in the Indo-Pacific free of any influence.</p>

<p>And this perceived threat is likely to be the main agenda of the fourth edition of the Quad summit that is to be held in Tokyo on May 23 and 24.</p>

<p>According to reports, India, the US, Japan and Australia have planned to launch a satellite-based maritime security system at the Tokyo summit to check China’s illegal fishing in the Indo-Pacific region.</p>

<p>It is largely believed that China is the biggest perpetrator of illegal fishing which has threatened many traditional livelihoods and economies in the region.</p>

<p>Japan remains very clear on threats posed by China to its territorial integrity, the US and Australian governments have been raising concerns about China’s new deal with the Solomon Islands, and India is still logged in a border stand-off with China</p>

<p>So, all four centuries understand and agree that this is a threat it needs to be addressed. But will they spell it out or do something about it is the big question.</p>

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<p>For many years, it was said that Quad has an identity crisis—is it the Asian NATO, is it the Asian Red Cross or something in between.</p>

<p>The lack of clear vision and security goals have clearly marred the potential of the Quad grouping.</p>

<p>However, it has seen a lot of progress in the last two years as the leaders of Japan, US, India and Australia will be meeting for the fourth time. The other two meetings were held virtually due to the Covid pandemic.</p>

<p>So, it can be said that there is definitely intent, but the failure to even spell out their clear security concerns has cast doubt on Quad's functioning.</p>

<p>Apart from that, Ukraine will certainly feature in the conversation and that is where India has to do a balancing act to try and ensure that other countries do not hijack the agenda of Quad this time.</p>

<p>It will be interesting to see how India balances its convergences and divergences in diplomacy, as there’s a lot that there goes in the Quad grouping—energy partnership, economic partnership.</p>


The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue or Quad has been in existence since 2007. It was first mooted by former Japanese Minister Shinzo Abe and has seen several ups and downs.

The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue or Quad has been in existence since 2007. It was first mooted by former Japanese Minister Shinzo Abe and has seen several ups and downs. But their common perceived threat from China emboldened them to give shape to the long-pending "Quad" Coalition in 2017 to develop a new strategy and keep the critical sea routes in the Indo-Pacific free of any influence. And this perceived threat is likely to be the main agenda of the fourth edition of the Quad summit that is to be held in Tokyo on May 23 and 24. According to reports, India, the US, Japan and Australia have planned to launch a satellite-based maritime security system at the Tokyo summit to check China’s illegal fishing in the Indo-Pacific region. It is largely believed that China is the biggest perpetrator of illegal fishing which has threatened many traditional livelihoods and economies in the region. Japan remains very clear on threats posed by China to its territorial integrity, the US and Australian governments have been raising concerns about China’s new deal with the Solomon Islands, and India is still logged in a border stand-off with China So, all four centuries understand and agree that this is a threat it needs to be addressed. But will they spell it out or do something about it is the big question. Watch | Quad Summit 2022: Focus will be China's aggression against Taiwan For many years, it was said that Quad has an identity crisis—is it the Asian NATO, is it the Asian Red Cross or something in between. The lack of clear vision and security goals have clearly marred the potential of the Quad grouping. However, it has seen a lot of progress in the last two years as the leaders of Japan, US, India and Australia will be meeting for the fourth time. The other two meetings were held virtually due to the Covid pandemic. So, it can be said that there is definitely intent, but the failure to even spell out their clear security concerns has cast doubt on Quad's functioning. Apart from that, Ukraine will certainly feature in the conversation and that is where India has to do a balancing act to try and ensure that other countries do not hijack the agenda of Quad this time. It will be interesting to see how India balances its convergences and divergences in diplomacy, as there’s a lot that there goes in the Quad grouping—energy partnership, economic partnership.

WION reports from Tokyo: Despite no security goals spelt out, Quad understands China's threat to Indo-Pacific

<p>Even as the food crisis looms large due to the Russian-Ukraine war coupled with climate change, United States National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said that food security would be the topic of discussion in the third edition of the Quad Summit in Tokyo.</p>

<p>Sullivan was responding to a question if President Joe Biden will have a talk with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to reverse India’s decision to ban wheat exports.</p>

<p>“Food security will be the topic of conversation at the Quad,” Sullivan said on Sunday.</p>

<p>Ukraine and Russia account for 29 per cent of global wheat and 62 per cent of sunflower oil exports. The invasion has exacerbated food price inflation in emerging markets and developing economies and has impacted some of the poorest and most vulnerable countries.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Global food prices are almost 30 per cent higher than the same time last year, according to the UN.</p>

<p>India was forced to halt wheat exports after a brutal heatwave destroyed the crops, causing inflation and shortage in the country.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Indian PM Narendra Modi's Japan visit: 40 hours for 23 engagements</strong></p>

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<p>However, the Indian government had said that it would consider helping the nations that are in need.</p>

<p>Apart from the wheat export ban, the Quad summit will also likely discuss the Russian-Ukraine war where India’s stand has put it at odds with its allies.</p>

<p>Even though India has not outrightly condemned Russia, it had always sought for peaceful resolution of the conflict.</p>

<p>When Sullivan was asked if Biden would&nbsp;talk&nbsp;with Modi on this issue, he said, “Well, they already had the opportunity to engage on that and the president had an extended discussion with PM Modi when they did a virtual Quad summit in March. They also got to speak about it when they had a short video bilateral 2+2 and when Indian ministers came to Washington.”</p>

<p>“So, it won't be a new conversation but a continuation of the conversation they have already had on how we see the picture in Ukraine and impacts of Russia's brutal invasion of Ukraine, apart from wider sets of concerns in the world including food security concerns. So, they will talk all of that through, will leave the specific, they had private and constructive exchanges. This will be similarly constructive and straightforward.”</p>

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<p>When asked if President Biden would also raise human rights issues with PM Modi, the US NSA said, “President Biden has been clear from the beginning in this administration that we will speak out when we see any form of departure or deviation from basic principles, fundamental freedoms, human rights, values of democratic institutions and rule of law.”</p>

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<p>“That is true for a range of countries, and we don’t single India out. We have found a way to pursue practical cooperation with countries who are democratic and non-democratic while at the same time being clear and consistent where our values lie.”</p>

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Even as the food crisis looms large due to the Russian-Ukraine war coupled with climate change, United States National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said that food security would be the topic of discussion in the third edition of the Quad Summit in Tokyo.

Even as the food crisis looms large due to the Russian-Ukraine war coupled with climate change, United States National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said that food security would be the topic of discussion in the third edition of the Quad Summit in Tokyo. Sullivan was responding to a question if President Joe Biden will have a talk with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to reverse India’s decision to ban wheat exports. “Food security will be the topic of conversation at the Quad,” Sullivan said on Sunday. Ukraine and Russia account for 29 per cent of global wheat and 62 per cent of sunflower oil exports. The invasion has exacerbated food price inflation in emerging markets and developing economies and has impacted some of the poorest and most vulnerable countries. Global food prices are almost 30 per cent higher than the same time last year, according to the UN. India was forced to halt wheat exports after a brutal heatwave destroyed the crops, causing inflation and shortage in the country. Watch | Indian PM Narendra Modi's Japan visit: 40 hours for 23 engagements However, the Indian government had said that it would consider helping the nations that are in need. Apart from the wheat export ban, the Quad summit will also likely discuss the Russian-Ukraine war where India’s stand has put it at odds with its allies. Even though India has not outrightly condemned Russia, it had always sought for peaceful resolution of the conflict. When Sullivan was asked if Biden would talk with Modi on this issue, he said, “Well, they already had the opportunity to engage on that and the president had an extended discussion with PM Modi when they did a virtual Quad summit in March. They also got to speak about it when they had a short video bilateral 2+2 and when Indian ministers came to Washington.” “So, it won't be a new conversation but a continuation of the conversation they have already had on how we see the picture in Ukraine and impacts of Russia's brutal invasion of Ukraine, apart from wider sets of concerns in the world including food security concerns. So, they will talk all of that through, will leave the specific, they had private and constructive exchanges. This will be similarly constructive and straightforward.” Also read | WION @ Quad: Updates from Japan | Quad leaders to meet in Tokyo When asked if President Biden would also raise human rights issues with PM Modi, the US NSA said, “President Biden has been clear from the beginning in this administration that we will speak out when we see any form of departure or deviation from basic principles, fundamental freedoms, human rights, values of democratic institutions and rule of law.” Also read | WION reports from Tokyo: Quad leaders to meet under shadow of Ukraine war, China threat “That is true for a range of countries, and we don’t single India out. We have found a way to pursue practical cooperation with countries who are democratic and non-democratic while at the same time being clear and consistent where our values lie.” WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) is scheduled to take place on Tuesday (May 24) as leaders of Japan, India, Australia and the United States will meet in Tokyo to strengthen bilateral ties and discuss global issues.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be in Tokyo for a two-day visit from May 23 to May 24. PM Modi will have 23 engagements, including meetings with three world leaders, in around 40 hours of stay in Japan, media reports said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile,&nbsp;Sanjay Kumar Verma, Indian Ambassador to Japan said on Sunday that&nbsp;PM Modi will meet around 35 major business leaders from Japan.</p>

<p>In addition, there will be a few CEOs, chairmen and presidents of the companies who will be independently and separately meeting PM, Verma added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Australia's incoming prime minister Anthony Albanese, US President Joe Biden, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Indian PM Modi will hold joint talks as well as bilateral talks.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a statement released on Sunday (May 22), PM Modi wrote, "I will be leaving for Japan to take part in the second in-person Quad Summit. The Quad leaders will once again have the opportunity to discuss the various Quad initiatives and other issues of mutual interest."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Quad grouping has been seen as intended to pressure China as it builds its economic and military weight in the region. In the upcoming summit, it is expected that the China issue will dominate the talks, besides the Ukraine war and the climate change crisis.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>India-based news agencies reported citing sources that PM Modi will have business, diplomatic and community interactions. He will interact with over 30 Japanese CEOs and also with hundreds of Indian diaspora members.</p>

<p>It has been understood that the prime minister will spend one night in Tokyo and two nights on the plane as he will be travelling.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In the statement, PM Modi wrote: "In Japan, I will also participate in the second in-person Quad Leaders’ Summit, which will provide an opportunity for the leaders of the four Quad countries to review the progress of Quad initiatives."</p>

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The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) is scheduled to take place on Tuesday (May 24) as leaders of Japan, India, Australia and the United States will meet in Tokyo to strengthen bilateral ties and discuss global issues.

The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad) is scheduled to take place on Tuesday (May 24) as leaders of Japan, India, Australia and the United States will meet in Tokyo to strengthen bilateral ties and discuss global issues. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be in Tokyo for a two-day visit from May 23 to May 24. PM Modi will have 23 engagements, including meetings with three world leaders, in around 40 hours of stay in Japan, media reports said. Meanwhile, Sanjay Kumar Verma, Indian Ambassador to Japan said on Sunday that PM Modi will meet around 35 major business leaders from Japan. In addition, there will be a few CEOs, chairmen and presidents of the companies who will be independently and separately meeting PM, Verma added. Australia's incoming prime minister Anthony Albanese, US President Joe Biden, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Indian PM Modi will hold joint talks as well as bilateral talks. WION @ Quad: Updates from Japan In a statement released on Sunday (May 22), PM Modi wrote, "I will be leaving for Japan to take part in the second in-person Quad Summit. The Quad leaders will once again have the opportunity to discuss the various Quad initiatives and other issues of mutual interest." The Quad grouping has been seen as intended to pressure China as it builds its economic and military weight in the region. In the upcoming summit, it is expected that the China issue will dominate the talks, besides the Ukraine war and the climate change crisis. This evening, I will be leaving for Japan to take part in the second in-person Quad Summit. The Quad leaders will once again have the opportunity to discuss the various Quad initiatives and other issues of mutual interest. https://t.co/xTSH2sTYI1 — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 22, 2022 × India-based news agencies reported citing sources that PM Modi will have business, diplomatic and community interactions. He will interact with over 30 Japanese CEOs and also with hundreds of Indian diaspora members. It has been understood that the prime minister will spend one night in Tokyo and two nights on the plane as he will be travelling. ALSO READ | WION reports from Tokyo: Quad leaders to meet under shadow of Ukraine war, China threat × In the statement, PM Modi wrote: "In Japan, I will also participate in the second in-person Quad Leaders’ Summit, which will provide an opportunity for the leaders of the four Quad countries to review the progress of Quad initiatives." "We will also exchange views about developments in the Indo-Pacific region and global issues of mutual interest," he added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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