QUAD condemns Pahalgam Attack, Launches Minerals Initiative

Meanwhile, QUAD Foreign Ministers unequivocally condemned all acts of terrorism and violent extremism in all its forms and manifestations, including cross-border terrorism.

In a joint statement issued by the U.S., India, Australia, and Japan, the leaders renewed their commitment to counterterrorism cooperation.

The leaders condemned in the strongest terms the Pahalgam terrorist attack, calling for the perpetrators, organizers, and financiers of this reprehensible act to be brought to justice without delay.

They also urged all UN Member States, in accordance with their obligations under international law and relevant UNSCRs, to cooperate actively with all relevant authorities in this regard.

The ministers announced key initiatives to strengthen maritime and transnational security, economic prosperity and security, critical and emerging technology, and to support humanitarian assistance and emergency response across the region.

They also announced the launch of the Quad Critical Minerals Initiative—an ambitious expansion of the partnership to strengthen economic security and collective resilience by collaborating on securing and diversifying critical mineral supply chains.

This new flagship initiative, alongside the high-impact programs and outcomes the Quad is realizing, will enable the four countries to bring economic opportunity and prosperity to people and the region.