East Asia Summit (EAS)

India views the East Asia Summit (EAS) as a critical platform for promoting a free, open, inclusive, and rules-based Indo-Pacific. India has emphasized connectivity, maritime security, and reforming multilateralism through EAS while countering assertive behaviour in the South China Sea and strengthening economic integration.

Recent Developments

19th East Asia Summit

  • Held on 11 October 2024 in Vientiane, Lao PDR.
  • India reaffirmed commitment to the Indo-Pacific, highlighting ASEAN’s central role in regional stability.
  • Emphasized India’s Pacific Vision and cooperation with QUAD nations (India, Australia, Japan, U.S.) for peace and regional collaboration.

East Asia Summit (EAS) Senior Officials’ Meeting in Penang, ....

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