Watch: PM Modi’s QUAD gambit and why China is rattled

• Leaders of the QUAD will hold their first summit with a goal of boosting post-pandemic recovery and maritime security across the India-Pacific region. While discussions will be held on a range of issues including a joint initiative on Covid vaccines, the focus will be on China and its expansionist policies. An alliance on equal terms with global powers will also open up fresh avenues for furthering economic and trade interests. Watch this video where Hindustan Times’ Aditi Prasad explains the implications of the key QUAD summit.