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This bill seeks to strengthen the Quadrilateral Dialogue (Quad), a strategic partnership between the United States, Australia, India, and Japan, by establishing a comprehensive approach to enhancing cooperation. The bill requires the Secretary of State to submit a strategy within 180 days detailing how the United States will demonstrate leadership in the Indo-Pacific region, including a review of current and past Quad initiatives across various sectors such as economic growth, technology, climate, infrastructure, education, and global health security. Additionally, the bill aims to create a Quad Inter-Parliamentary Working Group by negotiating a written agreement with Quad countries to facilitate closer legislative cooperation. The United States Group would consist of up to 24 Members of Congress, equally appointed by the House Speaker and Senate President Pro Tempore, with representatives from foreign affairs committees. The group would meet at least annually, either in-person or virtually, and would be required to submit an annual report to congressional foreign affairs committees. The bill emphasizes the importance of the Quad as a mechanism for promoting a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific region characterized by democratic norms, rule of law, and market-driven economic growth, while also addressing shared challenges in areas like public health, cybersecurity, and infrastructure development.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1263/all-info