Mapping Out Taiwan-Indonesia Bilateral Cooperation

Establishing Interdependence on People-to-People Connectivity

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ID22264784
AuthorsJuan Carlos Melkis (Padjadjaran University), Gilang Nur Alam (Padjadjaran University), Windy Dermawan (0000-0003-1214-4338, Padjadjaran University)
Year2025
Volume6
Issue1
Pages95-104
Publication date2025-05-31
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueIndonesian Journal of Social Science Research (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2775-1082 • E-ISSN: 2775-1082
PublisherGalaxy Science (PUBLISHER)
DOI10.11594/ijssr.06.01.09
OpenAlexW4411324316
LanguageEN
Citations received1
References cited11

This study explores Taiwan-Indonesia bilateral cooperation strategies in fostering interdependence through people-to-people connectivity during 2016–2024, influenced by Taiwan's New Southbound Policy. Using a qualitative descriptive approach and secondary data, the research highlights Taiwan's initiatives, including scholarship programs, visa facilitation, Muslim-friendly tourism promotion, and protections for Indonesian migrant workers. These efforts have strengthened social, cultural, and educational ties between the two nations. The findings show that these strategies significantly enhance bilateral relations, offering Indonesia opportunities for human resource development and improved migrant worker welfare, while Taiwan deepens its connectivity with a key ASEAN partner. Despite these advancements, Indonesia's adherence to the One China Policy imposes diplomatic constraints, limiting formal interactions and collaborations. The study concludes that people-to-people connectivity is a vital component of Taiwan-Indonesia bilateral relations, fostering mutually beneficial interdependence. It recommends further policy innovations to enhance social and cultural exchanges, ensuring the sustainability of bilateral collaboration

Business · Economic geography · Geography · Hong Kong and Taiwan Politics

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