India does not have formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan, but Taiwan is set to open its third Indian office in Mumbai. The move comes at a time when several Taiwanese companies are also starting production in India.
Taiwan opens its third diplomatic office in India
Taiwan, which is constantly facing the threat of Chinese invasion, has made a big announcement about India. Taiwan has announced the opening of its third diplomatic office in India. This office named Taipei Economic and Cultural Center (TECC) will be opened in Mumbai. Taiwan diplomatic offices are already operational in New Delhi and Chennai.
Big news: Taiwan announces that it will open its 3rd diplomatic office (Taipei economic & cultural center TECC) in India. This time, in the financial capital Mumbai. Announcement: https://t.co/Uo0QIftZYt pic.twitter.com/LVDACLU7fU
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Full potential to provoke China
Taiwan's announcement is likely to provoke China. China has regarded Taiwan as its own since the beginning and opposes its relations with any country.