Diplomatic officials from the Quad nations - Australia, India, Japan, and the United States - met in India as the strategic partnership works to regain momentum following previous tensions during the Trump administration.

The four-nation grouping, formally known as the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, has been discussing regional connectivity challenges and addressing what officials term 'connectivity choke points' in the Indo-Pacific region. The meeting represents efforts to reinvigorate cooperation among the member nations.

The Quad alliance, originally formed in 2007, experienced periods of reduced activity and has sought to rebuild its role as a counterweight to China's growing influence in the Asia-Pacific region. The partnership focuses on maritime security, infrastructure development, and democratic values in the Indo-Pacific.

Meanwhile, India faces domestic challenges as the eastern state of Manipur continues to experience ongoing violence and division three years after major riots. The state remains under heightened security with barbed wire barriers and armed checkpoints restricting movement, complicating efforts for outside observers to assess the situation following recent clashes.

Separately, India is preparing an interim report on the Air India crash investigation as the anniversary of the incident approaches, according to sources familiar with the matter. Officials indicated that a final report is not yet ready for release.