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1 New Southbound Policy Prologue The global economy is fraught with volatility and vulnerability, but a growing trend to look for opportunities in new economic blocks could change the current impasse. Major players around the world, including the United States, the European Union, Japan, Korea and China, are beginning to pay greater attention to the markets in Southeast Asia and South Asia. This situation also affects Taiwan in deliberating its long term development strategy and strengthening its adaptability to such changes. The Taiwanese government has unveiled a plan called the “New Southbound Policy”, which aims to strengthen the comprehensive trade and economic ties between Taiwan and members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), South Asian countries, as well as New Zealand and Australia. According to the policy’s guidelines, the government will integrate the resources and strengths of the public and private sectors in order to forge a mutually beneficial model of cooperation and create a sense of economic community with those countries in aspects of talent cooperation, economic integration, science and technology collaboration, cultural exchange, resource sharing and market accession. The New Southbound Policy has been designated to further Taiwan’s economic development, and the government has adopted various strategies for its implementation. However, realization of these policy goals will require joint efforts from the private sector, and the civic communities of Taiwan and the countries targeted in the policy. In order to provide an accessible source of information regarding the New Southbound Policy and its relevant implementation projects, the Taiwan government has compiled this booklet. Inside the booklet, you will find information on the history, business, and culture of the countries targeted in the New Southbound Policy, as well as the contact details of relevant agencies in charge of each implementation program. Our aim is to help Taiwanese industries, overseas business communities, and Taiwanese students at home and abroad to better understand and collaborate on new projects in the region. We hope to encourage a new kind of thinking about the countries targeted in the New Southbound Policy, so we can help Taiwan march towards the next stage of its development.
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New Southbound Policy
Prologue
The global economy is fraught with volatility and vulnerability, but a growing trend to
look for opportunities in new economic blocks could change the current impasse.
Major players around the world, including the United States, the European Union,
Japan, Korea and China, are beginning to pay greater attention to the markets in
Southeast Asia and South Asia. This situation also affects Taiwan in deliberating its
long term development strategy and strengthening its adaptability to such changes.
The Taiwanese government has unveiled a plan called the “New Southbound Policy”,
which aims to strengthen the comprehensive trade and economic ties between Taiwan
and members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), South Asian
countries, as well as New Zealand and Australia. According to the policy’s guidelines,
the government will integrate the resources and strengths of the public and private
sectors in order to forge a mutually beneficial model of cooperation and create a sense
of economic community with those countries in aspects of talent cooperation,
economic integration, science and technology collaboration, cultural exchange,
resource sharing and market accession.
The New Southbound Policy has been designated to further Taiwan’s economic
development, and the government has adopted various strategies for its
implementation. However, realization of these policy goals will require joint efforts
from the private sector, and the civic communities of Taiwan and the countries
targeted in the policy. In order to provide an accessible source of information
regarding the New Southbound Policy and its relevant implementation projects, the
Taiwan government has compiled this booklet. Inside the booklet, you will find
information on the history, business, and culture of the countries targeted in the New
Southbound Policy, as well as the contact details of relevant agencies in charge of
each implementation program.
Our aim is to help Taiwanese industries, overseas business communities, and
Taiwanese students at home and abroad to better understand and collaborate on new
projects in the region. We hope to encourage a new kind of thinking about the
countries targeted in the New Southbound Policy, so we can help Taiwan march
towards the next stage of its development.
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Policies
President Tsai Ing-wen proclaimed the Guidelines of the New Southbound Policy on
the 16th
of August, 2016. This policy aims to promote comprehensive connections in
economy and trade, science and technology, culture and education between Taiwan
and members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), South Asian
countries, as well as New Zealand and Australia. The policy will elaborate a new
model of cooperation through the sharing of resources, talents, and markets that will
create common prosperity and establish a sense of economic community between
Taiwan and its partner countries.
As an important member of the Asia-Pacific region, Taiwan has to adapt to the trend
of regional economic integration. The New Southbound Policy is an essential element
of Taiwan’s economic development strategy. Implementation of this policy will
provide momentum for economic growth and development, and redefine Taiwan’s
position and value in the region. At the same time, the policy will push forward
cooperation and dialogue between Taiwan and countries in ASEAN, South Asian
countries, Australia and New Zealand. The policy will also lead to closer relations,
and contribute to regional development and prosperity.
The New Southbound Policy is people-oriented, and centered on the values of
“settling in for the long haul, seeking comprehensive development, and creating
mutual benefits.” Based on these fundamental principles, Taiwan will strengthen its
collaboration with other countries in the areas of education, industry development,
and human capital exchange. By engaging with first and second generation
immigrants from the countries targeted in the New Southbound Policy, we can deepen
our level of economic cooperation, and strengthen our connection to human resources.
The policy upholds economic collaboration, talent exchange, resource sharing and
regional linkage as the main components. From these four aspects, Taiwan will create
a new model of economic development and help drive growth and prosperity for the
entire region.
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Services
Information on Enhancing Human Capital Programs
A. Promoting talent exchange—providing more opportunities for students from the
target countries to study for a degree in Taiwan or on short term visiting programs
a. Taiwan Scholarship – Ministry of Education
Project manager: Ms. LAI, Sian-Shi
+886-2- 2236 8225 ext. 4212
https://taiwanscholarship.moe.gov.tw/web/index.html
b. Overseas Taiwanese Student Sponsorship– Ministry of Education
Project manager: Mr. CHIANG, Chi-Jin
+886-2- 7736 6712
http://depart.moe.edu.tw/ED2500
c. Overseas Professional Short Term Study Program– Ministry of Education
Project manager: Ms. LIN, Sin-Bei
+886-2- 7736 5731
http://edu.law.moe.gov.tw/EngLawContent.aspx?Type=C&id=235
d. Taiwan Fellowship—Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Project manager: Mr. JIAN, Hong-Sheng
+886-2- 2348 2203
http://taiwanfellowship.ncl.edu.tw
e. Industrial Cooperative Education for Students from ASEAN and South Asian
Countries—Council of Agriculture
Project manager: Mr. LEE, Cheng-Chang
+886-2- 2312 4687
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f. Agricultural Professional Visiting and Training Program—Council of
Agriculture
Project manager: Mr. CHANG, Jhih-Ren
+886-2- 2312 4637
Project manager: Ms. JIANG, Siao-Huei
+886-2- 2312 4024
B. Domestic Talent Incubation – Outstanding Taiwanese students studying for
degrees or receiving professional training in ASEAN and South Asian Countries
as well as New Zealand and Australia
a. National scholarship for overseas studies for a higher degree– Ministry of
Education
Project manager: Ms. CIOU, Hao-Ciou & Ms. LIN, Sin-Zih
+886-2- 7736 5732
http://depart.moe.edu.tw/ED2500/Content_List.aspx?n=67BD8E03DCFE9837
b. Sponsorship for overseas internship – Ministry of Education
Project manager: Ms. YEH, Siou-Ting
+886-2- 2730 1290
https://www.studyabroad.moe.gov.tw/selectyear.php
c. Special programs for ASEAN language, culture and business studies –
Ministry of Education
Project manager: Ms. LIN, Hern-Gyu
+886-2- 7736 6731
d. Incubation programs for young specialists in ASEAN and South Asian
countries as well as New Zealand and Australia – Ministry of Education
(Youth Development Administration)
Project manager: Ms. SYUE, Yi-Han
+886-2- 7736 5523
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Project manager: Ms. HSIAO, Sin-Yi
+886-2- 7736 5582
https://www.yda.gov.tw
e. Youth Overseas Peace Corps– Ministry of Education (Youth Development
Administration)
Project manager: Ms. LIN, Peng-Chen
+886-2- 7736 5526
https://www.yda.gov.tw
f. Assistant program for youth innovation and venture network aiming at New
Southbound Policy target countries– Ministry of Education (Youth
Development Administration)
Project manager: Ms. CHEN, Wun-Ling
+886-2- 7736 5136
Project manager: Ms. LIN, Yi-Ying
+886-2- 7736 5135
https://www.yda.gov.tw
g. Sponsorship for internship in emerging markets – Bureau of Foreign Trade
Project manager: YEH, Shu-Wei,
Importers and Exporters Association of Taipei
+886-2- 2581 6286 ext 457
http://www.tradepioneer.org.tw
h. Talent incubation through industry co-education – Ministry of Economic
Affairs
Project manager: Ms. WU, Huei-Ling
Industrial Technology Research Institute,
+886-2- 2701 6565 ext 327
http://college.itri.org.tw/co_education/
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C. Industry-Oriented Human Capital Training Programs
a. Multinational enterprise marketing manager training program -- Bureau of
Foreign Trade
Project manager: Ms. LIN, Chih-Cian
International Trade Institute, Taiwan External Trade Development Council
+886-2- 2725 5200 ext 2560
www.iti.org.tw
b. MICE industries (meetings, incentives, conferences, exhibitions) specialist
training program -- Bureau of Foreign Trade
Project manager: Ms. CHEN, Yi-Jing
Taiwan External Trade Development Council
+886-2- 2725 5200 ext 2371
https://mice.iti.org.tw
c. E-commerce training program – Small and Medium Enterprise Administration
Project manager: Mr. LU, Chin-Feng
+886-2-2366 2263
http:///www.smelearning.org.tw/
D. Overseas Taiwanese Business Management Improvement Project
a. Improving Taiwanese business competitiveness – Oversea Community Affairs
Council
Project manager: Ms. KUO, Shu-Zhen
+886-2-2327 2702
b. Incubating overseas Taiwanese students from ASEAN countries and matching
them with Taiwanese businesses in the area – Oversea Community Affairs
Council
Project manager: Mr. YOU, Zheng-Cai
+886-2-2327 2810
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E. Talent Matching for Taiwanese Businesses Aiming at ASEAN Markets
a. Facilitating Taiwanese businesses recruit overseas Taiwanese students –
Oversea Community Affairs Council
Project manager: Mr. YOU, Zheng-Cai
+886-2-2327 2810
b. Helping overseas Taiwanese students and the next generation of immigrants
from ASEAN countries to work with Taiwanese businesses in this region –
Oversea Community Affairs Council
Project manager: Ms. KUO, Shu-Zhen
+886-2-2327 2702
F. Contact Taiwan – a web-based talent matching platform
The Department of Investment Services, MOEA has established a web-based
talent matching platform that provides a one stop service for foreign talent looking
for job opportunities with Taiwanese companies.
Project manager: Ms. HAO, Dai-Yuan
Taiwan External Trade Development Council
+886-2- 2725 5200 ext 1960
www.contacttaiwan.tw
G. Recruit High Quality Teachers for Promotion of Traditional Chinese Education
and Taiwan Culture in Foreign Countries – Ministry of Education
Project manager: Ms. CHEN, Yan-Hua
+886-2-7736 5735
H. Taiwan Host Family Project – Ministry of Education
Project manager: Ms. WANG, Sih-Ting
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Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology
+886-6- 253 3131 ext 1603
www.hostfamily.org.tw
Information on Financial Service Programs
A. Overseas Investment Loans and Export Financing Program
a. Overseas Investment Loan
Taiwanese businesses looking to establish marketing offices, warehouses,
investment offices, or merger and acquisition offices overseas, can apply for
an overseas investment loan through their corresponding bank in Taiwan.
http://www.ba.org.tw/PublicInformation/BusinessDetail/33?returnurl=%2FPu
blicInformation%2FBusinessArea
b. Export Financing Program
This program aims to assist exporting companies with financial support,
including short term, long term, and foreign account receivables.
http://www.ba.org.tw/PublicInformation/BusinessDetail/33?returnurl=%2FPu
blicInformation%2FBusinessArea
c. Export loans with favorable rates for expansion of foreign markets – Bureau of
Foreign Trade
Project manager: Ms. WU, Pei-Shan
The Export-Import Bank of ROC
+886-2-3322 0526
www.eximbank.com.tw
d. Export financing schemes
The ROC’s Export-Import Bank collaborates with foreign financial institutes
and provides financial credit to foreign buyers when they buy products from
Taiwan.
Project manager: Mr. PENG, Zhao-Han
The Export-Import Bank of ROC
+886-2-3322 0507
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www.eximbank.com.tw
B. Finance and Guarantee for Overseas Construction Project -- assists construction
companies expanding to foreign markets
Project manager: Mr. SHAO, Chih-Sheng
The Export-Import Bank of ROC
+886-2-3322 0536
www.eximbank.com.tw
C. Syndicated loan and Joint quarantine
a. Provides syndicated loans and joint guarantees for Taiwanese companies
looking for large scale investment or for construction projects in ASEAN and
South Asian countries
Project manager: Ms. LU, Chi-Chun
The Export-Import Bank of ROC
+886-2-3322 0532
www.eximbank.com.tw
b. Platform for syndicated loans for package plant exports and the construction
industry
Project manager: Mr. DAY, Cian-Cheng
The Export-Import Bank of ROC
+886-2-2396 2904
www.eximbank.com.tw
D. Insurance for Foreign Investment and Exportation
a. Foreign Investment Insurance
Project manager: Ms. CHAN, Ciou-Chu
The Export-Import Bank of ROC
+886-2-3322 0588
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www.eximbank.com.tw
b. Export Insurance
Project manager: Ms. CHAN, Ciou-Chu
The Export-Import Bank of ROC
+886-2-3322 0588
www.eximbank.com.tw
E. Insurance for Foreign Construction Projects – helps to avoid local political risk
and bankruptcy of local counterparts
Project manager: Ms. SHYR, Li-Fen
The Export-Import Bank of ROC
+886-2-3322 0592
www.eximbank.com.tw
F. Credit Guarantee and Finance Assistance
a. Credit guarantees and finance assistance– Bureau of Foreign Trade and the
Small and Medium Enterprise Administration, MOEA
Project manager: Ms. HSIEH, Chia-Chuan
Small and Medium Enterprise Administration
+886-2-2368 0816 ext 356
b. Overseas Taiwanese business loans and overseas Taiwanese student loans –
Overseas Credit Guarantee Fund (Taiwan)
Project manager: Ms. CHOU, Ya-Na
Overseas Credit Guarantee Fund
+886-2-2375 2961 ext 28
www.ocgfund.org.tw
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G. Information on locations of Taiwan Financial Services in ASEAN countries,
South Asian countries and Australia
a. Banking Services Locations
There are 189 subsidiaries or branches of Taiwanese banks or financial
institutes in ASEAN, South Asian countries and Australia as of June 2016.
Please check www.banking.gov.tw for their details or click on:
http://www.banking.gov.tw/ch/home.jsp?id=157&parentpath=0,4&mcustomiz
e=bstatistics_view.jsp&serno=201105120009
b. Insurance Services Locations
There are 13 subsidiaries of Taiwanese insurance companies in ASEAN and
South Asian countries as of June 2016. Please check www.ib.gov.tw for their
details or click on:
http://www.ib.gov.tw/ch/home.jsp?id=57&parentpath=0,6&mcustomize=one
messages_view.jsp&dataserno=201107220002&aplistdn=ou=data,ou=busines
s,ou=one,ou=chinese,ou=ap_root,o=fsc,c=tw&toolsflag=Y
Information on Industrial Service Programs
A. Business Matching Services
a. Overseas Trading Delegation
The Ministry of Economic Affairs’ Bureau of Foreign Trade proactively assists
Taiwanese businesses in promoting their products to buyers, retailers, and distributors.
It also assists businesses in seizing business opportunities by commissioning legal
entities, providing associations with subsidies in order to attend international
exhibitions, and organize trade delegations.
Commissioned Legal Entity: Taiwan External Trade Development Council
(TAITRA)
Contact Person: Ms. Chen
Tel: +886-2- 2725 5200 #1590
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://events.taiwantrade.com.tw
Subsidies for Associations
Contact Person: Ms. Lu, Bureau of Foreign Trade,
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Tel: +886-2-2397 7316
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.trade.gov.tw/
b. Inviting Foreign Buyers to Taiwan for Procurement
The Ministry of Economic Affairs’ Bureau of Foreign Trade works with overseas
offices to invite international buyers, distributors, and agents to Taiwan for business
matching meetings that help Taiwanese businesses expand into overseas markets, and
seize potential business opportunities.
Contact Person: Mr. Chen
Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA),
Tel: +886-2- 2725 5200 #1512
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://events.taiwantrade.com.tw
c. Subsidies for individual companies to attend overseas exhibitions
In order to help Taiwan businesses expand into overseas markets, the Ministry
of Economic Affairs’ Bureau of Foreign Trade annually allocates subsidies to
individual companies looking to rent venue space at international exhibitions
overseas.
Contact Person: Ms. Lu, Bureau of Foreign Trade
Tel: +886-2-2397 7316
Email: [email protected]
Website http://www.trade.gov.tw/
d. Facilitating E-Commerce Business to Establish Operation Systems across the
ASEAN countries
1. Facilitating Taiwan E-Commerce businesses to set up platforms or product
galleries in the ASEAN countries
2. Assisting E-Commerce businesses in forming an alliance with local
communities for marketing and enhancing the presence of Taiwan’s
products
3. Helping Taiwan businesses search for potential cooperation with brand
dealers and service providers supporting cash flows, logistics and
marketing based on E-Commerce platforms in order to make an entry to the
ASEAN market
Contact Person: Ms. Lin, Department of Commerce, MOEA
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Tel:（02）2321 2200 #935
Email: [email protected]
B. Customized Incubation
a. International Marketing Growth Project for Small and Medium Sized Enterprises
The Ministry of Economic Affairs provides tailor-made and one-stop professional
consultation service as well as resources in facilitating innovative industries and
SMEs to increase international competitiveness and strengthen export capacity.
Contact Person: Ms. Lu, Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA)
Tel: +886-2-2725 5200 #1208
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.exportadv.com.tw
b. Advanced Promotion of Most-Valued Products in Emerging Markets
We grasp the needs of consumers in New Southbound Policy-targeted markets,
and help select commercial goods suitable for these markets. We also hold
innovative joint marketing activities and match Taiwanese companies with local
distributors in order to help them expand into six ASEAN member countries
(Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam), as well
as markets in India.
Contact Person: Ms. Ding, Commerce Development Research Institute
Tel: +886-2-7707 4919
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.cdri.org.tw/
c. India-Taiwan Products Marketing Center
The Ministry of Economic Affairs’ Bureau of Foreign Trade commissions the
Taipei World Trade Center liaison offices in India (Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai)
to establish Taiwan Products Marketing Centers. These centers provide services
such as setting up products webpages, offering showcases for companies, local
marketing personnel, and arranging on-line meetings between Taiwan companies
and potential buyers.
Contact Person: Ms. Lu, Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA)
Tel: +886-2-2725 5200 #1356
Email: [email protected]
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Website: https://events.taiwantrade.com.tw/IndiaTPC
d. Overseas Business Center
Overseas Business Centers established by Taiwan Trade Centers offer discounted
prices on desks and office rental space to Taiwanese enterprises. The service is
available in the Philippines (Manila), Myanmar (Yangon), and India (Mumbai,
Kolkata and Chennai).
Contact Person: Mr. Chen, Taiwan External Trade Development Council
(TAITRA)
Tel: +886-2-2725 5200 #1515
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://mk.taiwantrade.com.tw/html/MDN500S05.ASP
e. Machinery Marketing Alliance
In order to enhance buyers’ brand loyalty to Taiwanese machinery products, the
Ministry of Economic Affairs and Taiwan Trade Centers in Thailand, Malaysia,
Vietnam, Indonesia, and India, have invited local buyers and agents to establish a
“Machinery Marketing Alliance.” Through regular interaction, we provide the
latest information on Taiwan’s products and after-sales service.
Contact Person: Ms. Xiao, Taiwan External Trade Development Council
(TAITRA)
Tel: +886-2-2725 5200 #1557
Email: [email protected]
C. Digital Marketing
a. Taiwantrade.com
Taiwantrade.com is the largest B2B database and trade portal in Taiwan. It
provides the following services to help Taiwan companies take advantage of
online marketing and expand to overseas markets.
ideaEZ: Enables buyers to purchase samples or make small value purchases
online, which is expected to encourage subsequent large volume procurement
iMeeting: Offers a way for procurement matching by one-on-one online video
meeting, and also enables overseas buyers to rapidly establish cooperative
relationships with quality suppliers from Taiwan iSourcing: Compiles all the
leads gathered by TAITRA and offers one single channel for Taiwanese suppliers
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to get the information about interested buyers
Strategic Alliance: Through complementary and strategic vertical and horizontal
alliances, Strategic Alliance provides members of TaiwanTrade with diversified
and premium services, including cash flows, logistics, etc. Contact Person: Ms.
Lin, Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA)
Tel: +886-2-2725 5200 #3932
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.taiwantrade.com
SME E-Commerce International Marketing Program
We encourage SMEs to take advantage of cross-border E-Commerce to help
boost exports. Our consultation varies based on the individual needs of SMEs and
we help SMEs integrate online and with other physical resources. We are keen to
enhance the international marketing capabilities of Taiwanese SMEs, and use a
number of strategies to help them, including working with international
e-commerce platforms, co-marketing with logistics and cash flow enterprises,
conducting incubation seminars and forums, among other strategies. Contact
Person: Mr. Chen, Small and Medium Enterprise Administration
Tel: +886-2-2368 0816 #223
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://cross-border.org.tw/
D. Provision of Market Information
The Ministry of Economic Affairs and TAITRA have an extensive range of
offshore offices that gather business information and potential business
opportunities in a timely manner. We also send trade pioneers to emerging
markets where TAITRA has yet to open offices to explore business opportunities
and conduct market research on niche industries. All information is available via
websites, magazines, and seminars.
Contact Person: Ms. Tsai, Taiwan External Trade Development Council
(TAITRA)
Tel: +886-2-2725 5200 #1871
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://tradepioneer.taiwantrade.com.tw/ (Trade Pioneer)
http://trademag.org.tw (Market Research)
E. Enhancing industry image in the international field
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a. The Taiwan Industry Image Enhancement Project
The aim of this project is to promote Taiwanese products that are excellently
made, and enhance Taiwan’s overall industry image. Through organizing
diversified integrated marketing and promotion activities in India, Indonesia,
Vietnam, and the Philippines and working with local distributors to set up
exhibition areas, the project aims to enhance the image and reputation of
Taiwanese industry, and eventually extend this brand image to Taiwan-based
SMEs.
Contact Person: Ms. Tsai, Taiwan External Trade Development Council
(TAITRA)
Tel: +886-2-2725 5200 #1415
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.taiwanexcellance.org
b. Machine tools and Machinery Parts Integrated Marketing Project
In order to enhance the international marketing capabilities of Taiwan’s machine tool
and machinery parts industries, The Ministry of Economic Affairs’ Bureau of Free
Trade focuses on strengthening the image of Taiwanese industry in New Southbound
Policy targeted markets, by organizing integrated marketing activities at international
exhibitions, industry application meetings, and press events.
Contact Person: Mr. Chan, Corporate Synergy Development Center
Tel: +886-2-2700 1356 #101
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://twmt.tw/ch/
F. Promotion of Industrial Structure Optimization
a. Taiwan businesses Upgrade
The Ministry of Economic Affairs’ Development Center for Industrial
Competitiveness helps Taiwan businesses upgrade and enhance overall industrial
competiveness as follows:
1. The Center provides businesses with customized services necessary for upgrade,
such as technology and management services, and assists businesses utilize the
Government’s counselling resources in order to enhance business competitiveness.
The Center promotes public awareness about the upgrade policy, and also promotes
the range of counselling services offered by the government. It also presents past
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success cases that have undergone quality upgrade.
Contact Person: Mr. Chuang, Development Center for Industrial Competitiveness
Tel: 0800-000-257 (in Taiwan)
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://assist.nat.gov.tw
b. Global Marketing Plan for SMEs Participating in Industrial Value Chains
This plan adopts an industrial cluster approach to facilitate SMEs in order to
strengthen innovative products, value-added services, design and R&D, products
manufacturing, brand distribution, and sales skills. In addition, the plan aims to
attract international businesses to build value-added networks, and enables
Taiwan businesses to participate in global value chains and develop their
capability in international markets.
Contact Person: Ms. Kuo, Small and Medium Enterprise Administration, Ministry
of Economic Affairs
Tel: +886-2-2368 0816 #212
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.taiwanscm.org.tw
c. Development Project on Management and Technics of Consultancy Services
The project aims to cultivate talented cross-field management personnel by
enhancing the development of the management consultant industry, and promote
innovative industry policies. Through these efforts, the project guides Taiwanese
SMEs involved in the manufacturing and services industries on how to upgrade
their management and technology development. In addition, the project seeks to
provide businesses with an integrated services model to facilitate transition and
upgrade. The project also aims to integrate domain expertise from the
management and consultancy industries. At the same time, this will help the
Taiwan management and consultant industry expand business opportunities into
China and Southeast Asia.
Contact Person: Mr. Liu, Small and Medium Enterprise Administration, MOEA
Tel: +886-2- 2368 0816 #334
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.tmcteam.org.tw
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G. Counseling Service on Agricultural Exportation
a. Strategic Analysis and Value-Added Strategy for Agricultural Technology Industry
Agricultural Technology Research Institute maintains the following two websites:
Taiwan Agriculture TechnoMart (http://tatm.coa.gov.tw) and the Agricultural
Technology Industry Information Platform (http://atiip.atri.org.tw). Through these
efforts, we seek to provide information on technology transference and the latest
trends of the agricultural market and agricultural industry in order to promote the
industrialization and internationalization of Taiwan’s agricultural technology
industry.
Taiwan Agriculture TechnoMart
Contact Person: Ms. Ann
Tel: +886-3- 518 5076; 518 5120
Email: [email protected]
Agricultural Technology Industry Information Platform
Contact Person: Ms. Su
Tel: +886-3-518 5082
Email: [email protected]
b. Cooperation on Export/Import Sanitary and Phytosanitary and Technology
We implement risk assessments on market access of agricultural products, as well
as undertake export/import sanitary and phytosanitary measures. In order to
help Taiwanese agricultural and poultry products successfully go through
quarantine barriers, we participate in international multilateral and bilateral
consultations meetings. We also help Taiwanese producers expand their export
markets, and ensure continued Taiwanese agricultural production and the safety
of the local ecosystem.
Contact Person: Ms. Chiu, Bureau of Animal and Plant Health Inspection and
Quarantine, Council of Agriculture
Tel: +886-2-3343 2091
Email: [email protected]
c. Consultancy Services for Tariff Rates of New Southbound Policy Target Countries
We help find tariff rates on agricultural products exporting into New Southbound
Policy target countries. In addition, we negotiate preferential tariffs for Taiwanese
agricultural products through bilateral economic consultations, agricultural
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meetings, and signing FTAs.
Contact Person: Mr. Liu, Council of Agriculture
Tel: +886-2- 2312 6965
Email: [email protected]
d. Enhancing International Marketing for Agricultural Products
Based on international marketing plans for agricultural products, we facilitate
brand counseling, training of agricultural talents, overseas exhibitions and
promotion, promote exports of Taiwan agricultural products, help to increase the
income of Taiwan farmers, and contribute to adjustments in agricultural structure.
Contact Person: Ms. Tsai, Council of Agriculture
Tel: +886-2- 2312 4030
Email: [email protected]
H. Taiwan Desk
Indonesia’s Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) has established a Taiwan
Desk in order to serve Taiwanese businesses seeking investment counseling. In
addition, Taiwan Desks are expected to be available in Vietnam, Thailand, the
Philippines, Myanmar and India in 2017. Taiwan Desks provide a number of
services for Taiwanese businesses abroad, including general investment
counselling, provides information and business opportunities for local industries,
finds and introduces potential cooperation partners, and helps raise concerns
regarding investment barriers.
Contact window Telephone Email
Department of Investment
Services, Ministry of
Economic Affairs
+886-2-2382 0495
+886-2-2383 2169
Taiwan Desk in Indonesia,
Mr. Wu
+62-21-525 2008
#2535
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India
About India
When it comes to India, people cannot help but be awed by the Taj Mahal’s grandeur
with its mixture of Indian architectural styles, be impressed with Indian movies like
“3 Idiots” – a smash-hit in Taiwan, and be inspired by yoga practices that stretch back
thousands of years and aim to cultivate a mind-body connection and balance. In
addition, India has become the fourth nation to explore Mars by launching an
interplanetary probe, after the United States, Russia and the European Union. Now,
with its traditional values and modern vibe, India is emerging as “the world’s factory
of the 21th century” and is ready to shape the global economic landscape.
India’s land area is ninety-one times larger than that of Taiwan the seventh largest
country by land area in the world. As of August 2016, India’s total population has
reached 1.31 billion, trailing only mainland China. India boasts a young and vibrant
population, with the number of Indians aged between 25 years and 54 years
accounting for 40.74% of its total population, and the average age of its citizens being
28 years old.
Since Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi took office in May 2014, India has
quickly taken the world by storm. As part of its effort to make India a global
manufacturing hub and pursue more foreign direct investment, the Modi
administration has launched the “Make in India” campaign, which has successfully
attracted numerous foreign businesses to invest and set up operations in India.
ROC President Tsai Ing-wen has placed an emphasis on forging a strategic partnership
between India and Taiwan in the fields of industrial cooperation and economic
relations. In September 2012, President Tsai visited India for 10 days in order to
survey cooperation opportunities. Furthermore, in her inaugural address on May 20,
2016, President Tsai specifically stressed that Taiwan views India with great
importance as part of its bid to expand economic and trade exchanges with the globe.
President Tsai has also mentioned that India, as a powerhouse in South Asia, plays a
pivotal role in Taiwan’s overall strategy of tapping global markets, clearly
demonstrating India’s importance in the international economic landscape.
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India’s main industries include automotive manufacturing, green energy,
communication, and pharmaceuticals.
The International Organization of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers stated that India
produced 4.21 million vehicles in 2015, making it the world’s sixth largest automobile
manufacturer. India’s auto industry accounts for 7.1% of the nation’s GDP.
Regarding the green energy industry, it is estimated that India will become the world’s
third largest consumer of energy by 2030. India’s Ministry of New and Renewable
Energy pointed out in December 2014 that the country’s solar potential is around 750
GW. In addition, the lighting sector accounts for around 20% of the total electricity
consumption in India. India’s LED lighting market is projected to reach US$2.2
billion by 2021.
On the telecommunications front, research and consulting firm Occams Business
estimated that during the forecast period from 2010 to 2020, India’s cloud services
market will expand at a compound annual growth rate of 76% and will reach a market
scale of between US$15 billion and US$18 billion.
With respect to pharmaceuticals, India’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry asserted
that India is poised to become the third largest pharmaceutical market by 2020.
Approximately 20% of the world’s generic medicines will be made in India, making it
the largest exporter of such products.
Taiwanese businesses in India
Taiwan’s Investment in India Taiwan Business Associations in India
Cases of registered investment: 60 1. Taiwan Chamber of Commerce in
Delhi
President: Mr. Joe Ko
Members: 36
E-mail：[email protected]
Website：www.tccd.in/content/15
2. Taiwan Chamber of Commerce in
Mumbai
President: Ms. Tseng
Members: 20
Email: [email protected]
Total amount of investment: US$3.24
million
Geographical distribution: Delhi,
Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai,
Ahmedabad
Major industries: electrical and
electronics, steel, shoe manufacturing,
medical equipment, ICT
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Doing business in India
1. Business Travel:
Travel information: please visit the official website of the India-Taipei
Association: www.india.org.tw
Visa: (1) Taiwanese residents with valid IDs. (2) Foreigners holding ARCs
valid for at least six months. (3) Visa application: Holders of ROC passports
are eligible to apply for e-Tourist Visa on line:
indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/tvoa.html
Flight: Direct flights between Taiwan and India are operated by China
Airlines. At the moment, there are scheduled flights from Taiwan to India
every Tuesday and Saturday.
Healthcare: Private hospitals in India provide better healthcare services than
public hospitals. It is advised that foreigners refer to www.maxhealthcare.in
or www.narayanahealth.org for information on medical services.
Food: Dining at hotels and drinking bottled water are strongly advised.
Living: The hotel and hospitality industry in India is well-developed. India
offers a variety of hotels for business travelers. Staying at four-star (or above)
hotels is a safer option.
Transportation: Options include domestic flights, bus, car rental, taxi, metro,
and auto rickshaw. As ideal tour guides as rickshaw drivers may be, be sure
to bargain before jumping in a rickshaw and make payment after the ride. It
is also advised to rent a car through a hotel for safety concerns.
2. Trade between India and Taiwan:
Bilateral trade between India and Taiwan amounted to US$ 4.81 billion in 2015,
ranking India as Taiwan’s 18th
largest trading partner, 16th
largest export market,
and 22nd
largest source of imports.
At present, Taiwan exports a wide range of goods and services to India, including
auto/motorcycle components, electrical equipment, molds, turnkey services, ICT
products, electronics, chemicals, and high-quality man-made textile fabrics. Due
to India’s high level of protectionism, India mainly imports goods and services
that Indian companies are not able to manufacture or are in short supply.
India is promoting key initiatives, such as Make in India, Digital India, Skill India,
Start-up India, and Smart Cities, with an aim to attract foreign direct investment
and technical collaboration. Sectors with significant investment potential include
information and communications, auto components, green energy, infrastructure,
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medical equipment, machinery, and food processing, to name a few. Please visit
the Department of Invest Services of the Ministry of Economic Affairs for further
information: twbusiness.nat.gov.tw
Financial service
CTBC bank is, thus far, the only Taiwanese financial company with operations in
India. Established in India in 1996, it currently operates through two branches in New
Delhi (est. 1996) and Sriperumbudur (est. 2012). The two branches, geographically
located in north and south India, respectively, enable CTBC bank to provide better
financial services to both Indian and Taiwanese enterprises, as well as other foreign
companies in India.
Contact information
ROC government in India: 1. Taipei Economic and Cultural Center in India
Phone: +91-11-4607-7777
Emergency call: +91-981-050-2610
Website: http://www.roc-taiwan.org/in/
2. Economic Division, Taipei Economic and Cultural
Center in India
Phone: +91-11-4607-7777
Website: http://www.roc-taiwan.org/in/post/2612.html
3. Taipei World Trade Center Liaison Office in Mumbai
Phone: +91-22-22163074
Website: mumbai.taiwantrade.com
4. Taipei World Trade Center Liaison Office in Chennai
Phone: +91-44-30063616
Website: chennai.taiwantrade.com
5. Taipei World Trade Center Liaison Office in Kolkata
Phone: +91-33-40042796
Website: kolkata.taiwantrade.com
Chambers of commerce in
India
Taiwan Chamber of Commerce in Delhi (E-mail:
Taiwan Chamber of Commerce in Mumbai (E-mail:
Indian government agencies Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and
Industry (handling trade, anti-dumping investigation, FTA,
and WTO): www.commerce.nic.in
Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion, Ministry
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of Commerce and Industry (handling investment and
industrial policy): www.dipp.nic.in
Central Board of Excise and Customs, Ministry of Finance
(handling tariff, import and export regulations):
www.cbec.gov.in
Invest India (investment facilitation):
www.investindia.gov.in
Indian industry and
commerce associations
Mahratta Chamber of Commerce Industries and
Agriculture: www.mcciapune.com
Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and
Industry: www.ficci.in
The Confederation of Indian Industry: www.ciionline.org
Assocham India: www.assocham.org
PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry: www.phdcci.in
