The US, Australia, the Philippines, and Japan have formalized the ‘Squad,’ a new security arrangement in the Indo-Pacific.
About Squad:
- The ‘Squad’ is a 4-way security arrangement in the Indo-Pacific, comprising the US, Australia, the Philippines, and Japan.
- Its objective is to deepen integration beyond existing frameworks and address challenges to the rules-based order posed by China’s actions in the South China Sea.
- It aims to enhance integration beyond existing frameworks like the Quad and AUKUS.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
What is the Squad in the Indo-Pacific region?
The Squad is a 4-way security arrangement in the Indo-Pacific comprising the US, Australia, the Philippines, and Japan.
Which countries are part of the Squad?
The Squad includes the United States, Australia, the Philippines, and Japan.
What is the Quad?
The Quad is a strategic security dialogue between the US, India, Japan, and Australia focused on promoting a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
What is AUKUS?
AUKUS is a trilateral security pact between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States, aimed at enhancing military capabilities and security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.