What happened:
On December 19, 2025, Quad countries carried out the first Indo-Pacific Logistics Network (IPLN) Field Training Exercise from December 8–12, alongside Operation Christmas Drop. The exercise focused on enhancing coordination and shared logistics capacity for humanitarian assistance and disaster response in the Indo-Pacific.
Why it matters to India:
The exercise strengthens India’s role in Quad-led humanitarian cooperation, improves rapid disaster-response capabilities, and reinforces India’s commitment to a free, open and resilient Indo-Pacific through practical multilateral action.