The Quad leaders summit is expected to take place in Manila on Tuesday, 17 November 2026, Reuters reported on 14 November, citing two people familiar with the planning. It would be the first meeting of Quad leaders in two years and the first since Donald Trump returned to office.
The Quad groups the United States, Japan, Australia and India. The meeting is not officially confirmed; the report is based on a US-side source who spoke anonymously and a Philippine government source.
When and where will the Quad leaders summit be held?
Leaders are expected to gather in Manila on the sidelines of the ASEAN summit, shortly after Trump arrives on Tuesday. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said last month that Quad leaders could meet on the ASEAN sidelines. The previous leaders’ meeting was in September 2024 in Delaware.
What is on the agenda?
According to the Reuters report, the agenda is expected to include the supply of critical minerals and securing energy supplies through “free and unimpeded commercial shipping lanes.” One source said attacks on commercial ships are “very likely to be taken up.”
The Pioneer, citing diplomatic sources, listed maritime security, critical technologies, AI, energy security, economic resilience and supply chains as proposed items.
Will Modi and Trump hold bilateral talks?
The Pioneer reported on 13 November that a Modi-Trump meeting is possible on the sidelines in Manila, but Indian officials have not formally confirmed a bilateral meeting. The paper noted the two leaders last met at the G7 summit in France in June, and listed trade disputes and tariff policies among recent friction points. India and the US are separately negotiating a trade agreement.
Market and Trade Reaction
No market or trade reaction to the reported meeting was found in the sources reviewed at the time of writing.
What Happens Next?
If the meeting goes ahead on 17 November, any joint statement or announcements will show how the four countries handle critical minerals and shipping security. The Reuters report describes the Quad as widely seen as a counterweight to China’s influence, though members say it is not aimed at any one country.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Quad leaders summit in Manila?
It is expected on Tuesday, 17 November 2026, according to Reuters, though it has not been officially confirmed.
Who will attend the Quad summit?
Leaders of the United States, Japan, Australia and India are expected to attend.
What will the Quad discuss in Manila?
Sources cite critical minerals supply, energy security through open shipping lanes and attacks on commercial ships.
Source: Reuters via The Star (Malaysia), 14 November 2026; The Pioneer, 13 November 2026.
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