Australia, Indonesia and the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue.

The Quad leaders’ meeting was held in March. How will a new US President impact on the effectiveness of the body? Source: AAP - 14 March 2021.

Australia is a member of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad). But there are different opinions about the purpose and usefulness of the Quad. Can its members actually develop a united understanding about how to deal with security issues?

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Dr Fitriani is a researcher in Politics and International Relations at the Centre for Strategic and International Studies.  Last year she explained the importance of maintaining stability in Quad member nations and also the relevance of the Quad to ASEAN members.

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PM Morrison says the summit is vital in helping achieve an economic and military power balance in the Indo-Pacific region amid China's burgeoning power. Source: AAP, march 2021.