Indian multi-party delegation visits Taiwan for six days amid labour deal talks
A cross-party delegation of Indian political leaders arrived in Taipei on 6 May 2025 for a six-day visit ending 9 May, at the invitation of the Taiwan government, the Taiwanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed. The visit comes as India and Taiwan move closer to finalising a landmark labour cooperation deal.
Who Is in the Delegation
The delegation comprises new-generation political leaders drawn from several major Indian parties, including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the National People's Party (NPP), the Indian National Congress, and Shiv Sena-UBT. The cross-party composition signals broad political interest in deepening India-Taiwan ties, cutting across ruling and opposition benches.
What the Delegation Will Do in Taiwan
During their stay, the delegates are scheduled to visit relevant government agencies and participate in official events. The Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it hopes the visit will give the Indian leaders a clearer picture of Taiwan's progress in areas including democracy, human rights, economy and technology, as well as education and culture. The ministry expressed a desire to
