What happened?
India, under its presidency of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad), is hosting the Quad Workshop on Pandemic Preparedness for the Indo-Pacific Region in New Delhi from March 17-19, 2025. The workshop, an outcome of the 6th Quad Leaders’ Summit, brings together senior health officials and technical experts from Quad nations—India, the United States, Japan, and Australia—as well as representatives from 15 Indo-Pacific countries and international health organizations. The discussions focus on improving global health governance, strengthening disease surveillance, and enhancing pandemic response coordination.
Why it matters to India
As a key player in global health security, India’s leadership in pandemic preparedness reinforces its commitment to shaping resilient health frameworks for the Indo-Pacific. Strengthening cooperation with Quad nations and regional partners enhances India’s ability to respond to future health crises, showcasing its role as a provider of global public goods. The initiative also highlights India’s advancements in vaccine development, medical research, and public health infrastructure, further cementing its position as a trusted leader in the health sector.