Quad nations renew push for Indo-Pacific security on ASEAN sidelines
India has consistently called for free and open order in the Indo-Pacific region, pivoting on respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity of nations
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced on Thursday (October 29, 2026) that India is prepared to share its battle-tested counter-terrorism expertise with ASEAN and its dialogue partners. Addressing the ASEAN Defence Ministers Meeting Plus (ADMM-Plus) conclave in Cebu, Philippines, Singh emphasized India's commitment to ensuring a secure and resilient Indo-Pacific region.
The Minister highlighted Operation Sindoor as an example of India's clear approach against state-sponsored terrorist activities, and asserted that India's experience in counter-terrorism is a result of decades of confronting cross-border security challenges. Singh called for concerted efforts to combat terrorism, and stressed that India's maritime security approach, rooted in the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), aims to protect the collective interests of regional stakeholders.
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