India-Taiwan ties: Taiwan's Ministry of Labour issued an apology after controversial remarks surfaced over the recruitment of Indian workers based on "skin colour", dietary habits, and religion.

Taiwan issues 'sincere apology' over minister's racist comments against Indian migrant workers

In a potential step forward toward the recognition of Taiwan's sovereignty, India and Taiwan on Friday (Feb 16) signed a significant agreement paving the way for the arrival of Indian migrant workers on the self-ruled island nation which China claims as its own.

India, Taiwan move forward with key pact on labour cooperation

Last week, it was reported by Indian media that India and Taiwan were on the brink of signing an MoU that would enable about 100,000 Indian workers to work in the East Asian nation.

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