Modi’s Nod to ‘Closer Ties’ With Taiwan Suggests India’s Evolving ‘Act East Policy’: Analysts

Published on June 18, 2024

New Analysis NEW DELHI—After being sworn in as India’s Prime Minister for a third consecutive time, Narendra Modi received congratulatory messages from a diverse array of world leaders around the globe. However, one leader who stood out was Taiwan’s newly elected president, Lai Ching-te. In response to his message, Mr. Modi not only thanked President Lai but reciprocated with a message highlighting the strengthening ties between China’s two frontline adversaries. Geopolitical analysts told The Epoch Times the exchange of messages between the two leaders shows that India’s Act East policy—an initiative to promote economic, strategic, and cultural relations within the Asia-Pacific—is shaping up and now encompasses Taiwan. The cordial exchange also highlights strategic concerns shared by the two countries, and their mutual dependence for economic growth....

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