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Indian Cross-Party Delegation Visits Taiwan for 6-Day Diplomatic Tour

A cross-party delegation of Indian political leaders arrived in Taiwan for a six-day visit until May 9, invited by the Taiwan government. The delegation includes members from major Indian parties like BJP, NPP, Congress, and Shiv Sena-UBT, and will visit government agencies and events. Taiwan hopes to deepen ties in democracy, economy, and culture, while a labor deal for 1,000 Indian workers is being finalized. The visit aims to enhance bilateral cooperation and contribute to Indo-Pacific stability.

Key Points: Indian Delegation Visits Taiwan for Six Days

  • Indian cross-party delegation in Taiwan for six-day visit
  • Delegation includes leaders from BJP, NPP, Congress, Shiv Sena-UBT
  • Visit aims to deepen ties in democracy, economy, and culture
  • India-Taiwan labor deal finalized for 1,000 migrant workers
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Indian multi-party delegation in Taiwan for six-day visit till May 9

A cross-party Indian political delegation visits Taiwan for six days, aiming to deepen ties, explore labor deals, and enhance bilateral cooperation.

"India is an important, like-minded, and friendly country in the Indo-Pacific region. - Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs"

Taipei, May 6

A cross-party delegation of Indian political leaders arrived in Taiwan for a six-day visit till May 9 at the invitation of the Taiwan government, the Taiwanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.

The delegation includes new generation political leaders from major Indian political parties such as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the National People's Party (NPP), Congress, and the Shiv Sena-UBT, the Ministry said on Tuesday.

The Ministry expressed its sincere welcome to the delegation and added that during their stay in Taiwan, the delegation will visit relevant government agencies and participate in related events.

The Ministry said that it hopes the guests gain a better understanding of Taiwan's current developments in areas such as democracy, human rights, economy and technology, as well as education and culture, and to further deepen friendly ties with Taiwan.

"India is an important, like-minded, and friendly country in the Indo-Pacific region. Under the comprehensive diplomacy policy, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will continue to expand exchanges with India in various fields, steadily enhance bilateral relations, and jointly contribute to the peace, stability, and prosperity of the Indo-Pacific region, the Ministry added.

Meanwhile, Taiwan news reported that the delegation's visit comes as India and Taiwan are in the process of finalising a labour deal. Under which, Taiwan would accept 1,000 Indian migrant workers.

It also added that Labour Minister Hung Shen-han said the plan could proceed as early as this year, depending on demand from Taiwanese businesses and whether India's implementation plan meets Taiwan's regulatory standards.

In March 2026, the Taiwan Foreign Ministry said that Taiwan and India completed the signing of an MoU on labour force cooperation on February 16 this year.

It added that this accord will bolster people-to-people exchanges between the two countries and help alleviate labour shortages in Taiwan's industries.

The statement also highlighted that Taiwan "will spare no effort in advancing cultural exchanges and mutual understanding between the two countries, with the aim of further elevating cooperation and partnership between Taiwan and India".

- IANS

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Priya S
Why are we sending political delegations to Taiwan when we have unresolved issues with China? This seems like walking a tightrope. The labour cooperation is nice, but I worry about geopolitical complications. Hope our diplomats know what they're doing.
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Vikram M
Excellent move! Taiwan is a tech powerhouse and we need to learn from them in semiconductors and manufacturing. The cross-party visit shows maturity in our foreign policy. And 1,000 jobs for Indians? That's just the beginning - could be much bigger. Arrey, why not expand this? 😊
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Rohit P
I have mixed feelings. On one hand, Taiwan has great semiconductor industry and we can benefit. On the other hand, we shouldn't antagonize China unnecessarily. The labour deal is fine but 1000 workers is a drop in the ocean. We need much bigger employment opportunities abroad.
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Ananya R
This is exactly the kind of pragmatic diplomacy India needs! Taiwan is a democratic partner with shared values. The MoU on labour is smart - addresses our unemployment while helping their industries. But I hope our workers get proper protections and fair wages. That should be non-negotiable. ✨
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Kavya N
Honestly, we should be careful. China is our neighbour and we have border disputes. This kind of high-profile visit might not be the best timing. Focus on economic ties quietly, not political statements. The labour deal can proceed without the fanfare.

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