In recent years, India and Taiwan have made significant strides in expanding their unofficial relationship, particularly in the economic realm. However, both sides will need to be proactive and tactful in order to further solidify their partnership going forward.
Taiwan’s new president Lai Ching-te’s inaugural speech is not a deviation from his predecessor’s path, but a logical continuation on it.
Though Chinese pressure and internal political dynamics have long hindered the development of Japan-Taiwan relations, the two nations have nevertheless been able to build a promising foundation.
The debate over whether visits to China are truly an “exchange” or “United Front activities” may remain unsolvable, but regardless of political stance or ideology, the consensus among all participants seems to be the high-level hospitality provided by Chinese United Front groups.
More Taiwanese students are going on “exchange” trips to visit China for fun, but are subjected to political messages throughout the trip.
The Philippines and Taiwan have expanded their informal relations, but Chinese pressure will necessitate coordination between Manila and Taipei.