Which one of the following countries is not a member of the "Quadrilateral Security Dialogue", also known as "QUAD"?
- China
- Japan
- India
- Australia
The Correct Option is A
Approach Solution - 1
To determine which country is not a member of the "Quadrilateral Security Dialogue" (QUAD), we examine each of the given options. The QUAD is an informal strategic forum comprising four countries: the United States, Japan, India, and Australia. These countries collaborate on security and defense, primarily in the Indo-Pacific region.
- Japan: Member of the QUAD.
- India: Member of the QUAD.
- Australia: Member of the QUAD.
- China: Not a member of the QUAD. It is often considered a rival or competitor to the countries in the QUAD, which aim to counterbalance China's influence in the Indo-Pacific.
Therefore, the country that is not a member of the QUAD is China.
Approach Solution -2
The country that is not a member of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD) is China.
Additional Context:
- QUAD members: India, Japan, Australia, and United States
- Originally formed after 2004 tsunami, revived in 2017
- Focuses on Indo-Pacific security and cooperation
- China views QUAD as containment strategy against its influence
- Key initiatives include vaccine diplomacy and infrastructure development
Correct Answer: (1) China
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