The VIF hosted a four-member Taiwanese delegation led by Maj Gen Yuan-Shiun Chang and comprising of Capt Cheng-Hua Hsu, Lt Cdr Jin-Tong Jang and Capt Tzong Shiaw Yen for an interaction over issues of mutual interests. During the interaction, the security environment, India’s Act East Policy, maritime challenges in the Asia-Pacific region, economic and security cooperation, and cultural exchanges were discussed.
With General NC Vij, Director, spearheading the discussions, Lt Gen Ravi Sawhney, Amb TCA Rangachari and Amb Ashok Kantha, among others, exchanged their perspectives with the Taiwanese delegation. The interaction indicated a growing convergence of views across a range issues despite a low profile of the bilateral relationship.