This paper analyzes the security relations between Taiwan and India under the influence of the China factor. Impeded by Beijing’s “One China” principle, the Taiwan-India relations cannot but be limited to civilian or unofficial levels, leaving security relation issues unaddressed. India’s “Act East” policy has so far succeeded in Northeast and Southeast Asian regions; however, Taiwan has been omitted from it. Despite inclusion of India in Taiwan’s “New Southbound” policy, security is no concern in the policy. Similarly faced with ever-growing China threats, both Taiwan and India need to prevent Beijing’s dream of rejuvenation from becoming a nightmare for their national security. Therefore, the “New Southbound” policy should cover security issues to explore possible areas of cooperation. The “Act East” policy should make Taiwan part of India’s international strategic connectivity network.

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