The Quad’s First Field Training Exercise: A Step Toward Operational Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific Region
The Quad (Quadrilateral Security Dialogue)- an informal strategic grouping of Australia, Japan, India and the United States, has taken a step towards operational cooperation with the successful conduct of its first Field Training Exercise (FTX) under the Indo-Pacific Logistics Network (IPLN). This exercise was conducted on the sidelines of Operation Christmas Drop at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, United States, from 8-12 December 2025. This step reflects the Quad’s growing emphasis on...
