Taiwan Relations Act anniversary 結果共8筆

Iowa House reaffirms support for Taiwan Relations Act, bilateral trade agreement, and Taiwan’s international participation on 45th anniversary of TRA, deepening 35-year sister-state ties.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs urges Beijing to cease threats against Taiwan, respect public opinion, and restart cross-strait dialogue following Ma-Xi meeting, while emphasizing the importance of the U.S. ＂Taiwan Relations Act＂ in maintaining peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait on its 45th anniversary.

A bipartisan group of Members of the U.S. Congress introduced a resolution reaffirming the U.S. commitment to Taiwan on the occasion of the 45th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA). The resolution covers the House’s commitment to the TRA, calls on the Secretary of State to actively assist Taiwan’s participation in international organizations, and recognizes the significant contributions of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) in advancing U.S.-Taiwan interests.

On the 45th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act, Taiwan’s President-elect Lai Ching-te commits to strengthening ties with the United States, emphasizing the importance of U.S. support for a free and democratic Taiwan. During a Democratic Progressive Party meeting, Lai highlights the act’s role in fostering a stable and robust bilateral relationship, and expresses hope for ongoing U.S. backing to maintain peace and prosperity across the Taiwan Strait.

Vice President Lai Ching-te and Vice President-elect Hsiao Bi-khim meet with U.S. Representative Jack Bergman to discuss Taiwan-U.S. cooperation in stabilizing the Taiwan Strait. The meeting underscores the significance of the Taiwan Relations Act and recent U.S. initiatives to bolster Taiwan’s national security.

A bipartisan U.S. House delegation led by Bergman visits Taiwan to meet with top officials, reaffirming support and discussing key issues like Taiwan-U.S. relations and regional security.

Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell stresses the importance of the U.S.-Taiwan relationship and the need for increased military investment to counter China’s growing influence, marking the 45th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act.

The U.S. Congressional Taiwan Caucus co-chairs, Republican Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart and Democratic Representative Ami Bera, are visiting Taiwan from Jan. 24 to Jan. 26, 2024. This marks their first visit to Taiwan in recent years, symbolizing their bipartisan commitment to Taiwan’s democracy. Their visit comes after Taiwan’s presidential election, celebrating the victory of Taiwan’s democracy. Diaz-Balart and Bera will meet with President Tsai Ing-wen, Vice President and President-elect Lai Ching-te, and Foreign Minister Joseph Wu. Talks are scheduled with Vice President-elect Hsiao Bi-khim and other Taiwanese political leaders. Both Diaz-Balart and Bera have been long-standing friends of Taiwan, often leading or proposing initiatives and bills supportive of Taiwan. The Congressional Taiwan Caucus is the largest secondary body in U.S. Congress relating to foreign affairs. Their visit reemphasizes the U.S. Congress’ support for Taiwan, following the 2024 presidential election and marking the 45th legislative anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act. Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs plans to deepen Taiwan-U.S. relations based on shared values and the U.S. Congress’s support.