The document discusses geopolitical developments in the Indo-Pacific region, including growing competition between the US and China and the revival of the Quad security dialogue between the US, India, Japan, and Australia. It notes tensions between proponents of a "Free and Open Indo-Pacific" vision and China's "Community of Shared Future" and assesses India's role in the region and relationship with the Quad countries. Specifically, it questions whether Australia will provide meaningful support to India in balancing China's growing influence given Australia's economic ties to China and potential changes in Australian leadership.