India-Taiwan Business Boosts Mandarin Learning Demand in India

19 Aug, 2024

India-Taiwan Business Boosts Mandarin Learning Demand in India

The growing business relationships between India and Taiwan have sparked a resurgence in the demand for Mandarin language and Chinese culture education. As Indian states like Tamil Nadu become key destinations for Taiwanese manufacturing companies, there's a notable push to develop a skilled workforce fluent in Mandarin and knowledgeable about Taiwanese culture. Recent workshops, such as those conducted for over 100 employees at a Hosur manufacturing facility, underscore this trend, with more programs becoming prevalent in India’s electronics sectors.

The demand for Chinese language skills and cultural understanding had previously waned due to the pandemic and strained geopolitical ties with China. However, it is now rebounding as companies recognize the importance of Mandarin proficiency for business operations and cultural integration. Mandarin School in Chennai, for example, has been engaged by major corporations like Tata Electronics to provide essential training in Mandarin and Taiwanese business etiquette.

Additionally, Taiwanese electronics giant Foxconn has signed a significant MoU with several Indian universities to foster Mandarin language skills among students. This partnership aims to create a talent pipeline proficient in Mandarin, further enhancing India-Taiwan business relations. Furthermore, the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati has integrated Mandarin instruction into its curriculum, joining a growing network of Taiwan Education Centres across Indian universities.

Overall, the enhanced focus on Mandarin education reflects the broader effort to strengthen bilateral economic ties and improve mutual understanding between India and Taiwan.