On September 21, the QUAD leaders issued a joint statement urging the international community to halt the supply of weapons, jet fuel, and dual-use materials to Myanmar's military. During a meeting held in Claymont, Delaware, U.S. President Joe Biden, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed deep concern over the escalating political, security, and humanitarian crises in Myanmar, including the situation in Rakhine State.
The leaders called for an immediate end to violence, the release of unlawfully detained individuals, and the provision of unimpeded humanitarian assistance. They also emphasized the need for constructive dialogue among relevant parties to resolve the ongoing conflict and restore Myanmar's path to democracy.
Highlighting the broader regional impact of Myanmar's instability, the QUAD leaders pointed to a rise in cybercrime, drug trafficking, and human trafficking linked to the conflict. They reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the people of Myanmar and their aspirations for a democratic future.
The QUAD, a strategic alliance of major democracies, aims to promote stability and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region.
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