Notwithstanding its “one-China” policy, India is looking at ways to strengthen its ties with Taiwan. Intensifying business ties with Taiwan would also reduce India’s dependence on Chinese electronics and communication supplies. Taiwan sees India as a key partner in its New Southbound Policy, which focuses on developing its ties with South and Southeast Asia. An official report by the Indian Parliamentary Standing Committee in 2018 on India-China relations, called for stronger ties with Taiwan. Many Indian experts are urging their government to collaborate with Taiwan on India’s Indo-Pacific strategic vision, and to not see Taiwan through China’s lens.

Source: Taipei Times July 23, 2020 15:56 UTC