Biden meets 'Quad' leaders as U.S., allies step up efforts to counter China

President Joe Biden on Friday took part in the first leaders' summit of the informal international alliance known as the "Quad" as his administration steps up efforts to deal with China's growing influence.

The group, which also includes India, Japan and Australia, met virtually due to coronavirus restrictions.

Biden began the summit meeting by emphasizing the need for a “free and open” Indo-Pacific region.