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CTBC Bank at GIFT City: First Taiwanese Bank Branch

16 May 20261 min read
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Why in the news

A Taiwanese lender set up an India presence in the international financial centre, marking a first for banks from Taiwan.

Key facts

  • Bank: CTBC Bank of Taiwan.
  • Location: GIFT City, Gujarat.
  • Regulatory nod: IFSCA.
  • Distinction: first Taiwanese bank in GIFT City.
  • Purpose: cross-border financial connectivity among India, Taiwan and Asia.

Exam angle

  • Regulator that approved it: IFSCA.
  • Place to remember: GIFT City in Gujarat.
  • Banking static link: foreign banks open branches in an IFSC under IFSCA permission.

Test yourself

1. Which bank became the first Taiwanese bank to open a branch at GIFT City?

CTBC Bank was the first Taiwanese bank at GIFT City.

2. Which authority approved CTBC Bank's branch at GIFT City?

The branch was approved by the International Financial Services Centres Authority.

3. In which state is GIFT City, where CTBC Bank opened its branch, located?

The notes place GIFT City in Gujarat.