Taipei Economic and Cultural Center hosts “Study in Taiwan” for MBA students
New Delhi. On January 7th, the Taipei Economic and Cultural Center (TECC) in India hosted the first “Study in Taiwan” interaction of the year. MBA students from Dewan VS Group of Institutes, Meerut, were invited to visit TECC to introduce Taiwan’s history and current competitive advantages, while discussing potential business and educational areas of collaboration with India. The event aimed to strengthen people-to-people ties between Taiwan and India.
The “Study in Taiwan” interaction was organized by the Education Division of TECC, and this was the first batch in 2025. More than 30 interactions were held last year on different campuses. The students and faculty of Dewan VS Group of Institutes traveled from Meerut, which is more than two hours away from the TECC office, to attend this event. The students were deeply engaged throughout the session, actively participating in the Q&A session, creating a lively and interactive atmosphere.
Deputy Representative Robert Hsieh shared insights on Taiwan’s history, its competitive strengths, and the bilateral relationship between Taiwan and India. He highlighted potential areas for greater collaboration between India and Taiwan, elaborating on Taiwan’s history and its current status as a leading semiconductor-based economy. Furthermore, the misconceptions of the “One China” narrative were also addressed during the meeting.
The Director of Education, Peters L.Y. Chen, in his presentation, talked extensively about the scholarship and internship opportunities provided to Indian students. He emphasized that Taiwan’s greatest investment is in its people, as they are the nation’s primary resource. He noted that education receives the second-highest budget allocation in Taiwan. Through his presentation, he showcased how Taiwan’s robust investment in education is reflected in the various scholarships available to international students seeking to study in Taiwan, with Indian students being significant beneficiaries. Furthermore, he introduced at least 30 different management and business schools in Taiwan and discussed their admission criteria.
One of the highlights of today’s event was the Q&A session. A student, Ojasv Gaur, expressed his admiration for the rapidly evolving and strengthening partnership between India and Taiwan. He said, “It’s good to see Taiwan doing so well in the field of semiconductors and that India is cooperating with Taiwan on so many levels.”
Ritik Kumar, another first-year MBA student, inquired about the various opportunities available for international students in Taiwan with entrepreneurial pursuits. The students were also eager to learn about upcoming events by TECC in which they could participate.
Sakshi Garg, a recipient of the Huayu Enrichment Scholarship, was also invited to participate in today’s event and shared valuable insights into her life as an international student in Taiwan. She highlighted personal anecdotes and discussed the various cultural activities she participated in, offering an informative and engaging perspective to the students. Sakshi also shared her experiences with the food, culture, and enriching experience of living among the Taiwanese people. She talked about the growth opportunities of living independently in a place like Taiwan, which is very safe for women.
The Director of DIMS, Dr. Vinky Sharma, expressed her gratitude to the Taiwanese officials for their warm welcome. Additionally, she spoke with pride about the rich history and culture of Meerut, highlighting its leading industries, such as the scissors and gold-making industries, and its role in the early period of India’s struggle for independence. She extended an invitation to Taiwanese officials to visit the institute and the city, offering a warm welcome to host them.
The event concluded with guests and TECC officials enjoying a hearty meal, accompanied by Taiwanese bubble milk tea.
