NEW DELHI: In a first-ever initiative by any foreign community to express gratitude and share its appreciation for Taiwan’s success in its fight against Covid-19, a number of groups of the Indian communities are organizing a motorbike and car rally in Taiwan on Saturday, June 13.
Almost 150 members of the Indian community from all walks of life are coming together in the form of a motorbike and car rally to show their appreciation to the government and people of Taiwan. The event is organized and supported by the different Indian associations of Taiwan.
Manoj Kirplani, Board of Director, Indians’ Association of Taipei, said in a statement, “The rally is a gesture of gratitude from our community to thank Taiwan for successfully fighting with COVID-19 and keeping life safe for its citizens and expats, including the Indian community, and also for helping out other nations by donating 27 million masks as well as various medical supplies and PPE kits. Moreover, through this event, we would like to bring awareness about Taiwan on a global scale. This will be the first time that any foreign community is coming out in large numbers to thank Taiwan.”
Under the guidance and coordination of the Government of Taiwan, the Taiwan textile industry quickly assembled the “national epidemic prevention team” and has received numerous praises from the international community.
“We would like to give special thanks to Grandetex for sponsoring the moisture-wicking fabrics and Kuen Long for turning these fabrics into Made-in-Taiwan functional T-shirts for the riders in this memorable event. Their premium fabric has provided a comfortable wearing experience for the event participants and demonstrates the technology and skills of Taiwan textile suppliers,” said a statement issued by the Indian community on Friday.
The Indian community in Taiwan has felt touched by how Taiwan has treated citizens, residents, and tourists alike with respect, dignity, and compassion. Taiwan has seemed like the safest place to live on earth during these tumultuous times.
“We have felt proud to be living in a country that was one of the few who reached out to Red Cross Society of India and sent 1 million masks to protect its vulnerable medical personnel. We want not only our fellow citizens back home but also the whole world to know how much we appreciate this beautiful island that we call home. We hope that the world will take notice of this event and support Taiwan in every way possible as it is not just Taiwan, but the rest of the world too which gains from being inclusive,” said the statement.
