Chennai Port Authority held discussions with Mr. Stephen Hsu, Director-General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Centre (TECC) in Chennai, on October 26, 2026, to explore opportunities for strengthening maritime cooperation and trade relations between India and Taiwan.
The meeting marked Mr. Hsu’s third visit to Chennai Port Authority and provided a platform for exchanging views on potential collaboration in port operations, smart port technologies, logistics, green shipping and maritime skill development.
Shri Sachin S. Kurve, IAS, Chairman of Chennai Port Authority, highlighted the scope for enhanced knowledge-sharing and institutional engagement, drawing on Taiwan’s advanced port infrastructure and maritime expertise.
The discussions focused on strengthening Taiwan–Chennai maritime ties and identifying avenues for greater cooperation in port management, technological innovation and sustainable maritime development.
The interaction reaffirmed the shared interest in fostering stronger port-to-port linkages and expanding maritime collaboration, with the potential to support closer economic and trade relations between India and Taiwan.
The engagement reflects Chennai Port Authority’s continued focus on international partnerships and knowledge exchange to advance port efficiency, logistics connectivity and sustainable growth in the maritime sector.