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Quad Nations Reinforce Commitment Amid Rising Tensions in Taiwan

12/31/2025

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Quad Nations Unite

On December 30, 2025, ambassadors from Quad nations—the United States, Australia, India, and Japan— met in Beijing.
The meeting coincided with live-fire exercises by the People’s Liberation Army around Taiwan.
US Ambassador to China David Perdue emphasized the Quad's commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific and said relations remain strong.
The Quad is not a military alliance and aims to counter China’s assertiveness, focusing on maritime security and infrastructure.

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Lawmakers Condemn China

On December 30, 2025, lawmakers on the Select Committee on China condemned Beijing's military exercises around Taiwan as a deliberate escalation.
Chairman Rep. John Moolenaar and ranking member Raja Krishnamoorthi said the drills aim to intimidate Taiwan and disrupt regional stability.
The exercises involved live-fire drills and deployments that grounded international flights.
Lawmakers emphasized U.S. support for Taiwan and commitment to an Indo-Pacific, saying China seeks to extend its influence.

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Quad Nations Unite

On December 30, 2025, ambassadors from Quad nations—the United States, Australia, India, and Japan— met in Beijing.
The meeting coincided with live-fire exercises by the People’s Liberation Army around Taiwan.
US Ambassador to China David Perdue emphasized the Quad's commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific and said relations remain strong.
The Quad is not a military alliance and aims to counter China’s assertiveness, focusing on maritime security and infrastructure.

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