Foreign ministers from Australia, India, Japan, and the United States, part of the 'Quad' grouping, convened in Tokyo to discuss maritime security and cyber defense enhancements. The meeting, which followed recent security discussions between Tokyo and Washington, addressed concerns over China's increasing regional influence. Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong emphasized the need to safeguard regional stability, while Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa stressed cybersecurity and maritime training. The U.S. also announced a major military command overhaul in Japan to better align with regional security dynamics. Blinken and Austin will next engage with the Philippines in security talks.
