Biden invited ‘Quad’ leaders to his residence in Delaware for a gathering

President Joe Biden will host a final “Quad” summit at his home in Wilmington, Del., inviting leaders from Australia, India, and Japan to emphasize the importance of personal relationships in foreign policy. The gathering will include group discussions, individual conversations, and an intimate dinner at his high school, Archmere Academy. This will be the first time as president that Biden has invited foreign leaders to visit his hometown, reflecting the significance of his relationships with each dignitary. The White House hopes to project a strong alliance with Indo-Pacific partners, especially in countering China’s influence, with potential agreements on health security, natural disaster response, and maritime partnerships. This will be the sixth meeting of the Quad leaders and could be the last for Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Kishida, who announced his resignation. India was originally scheduled to host the summit this year but swapped responsibilities with the U.S. due to timing conflicts with the UN General Assembly. Biden also plans to finalize his foreign policy legacy with upcoming trips to Africa, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation gathering in Peru, and the G20 summit in Brazil. Overall, the summit at Biden’s home reflects his commitment to building personal relationships with global leaders to strengthen international alliances.

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