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Taiwan’s U.S. representative, Alexander Yu, urged the Senate to ease tax burdens and expedite arms sales to bolster Taiwan’s defense amid rising tensions.

U.S. Rep. Gerry Connolly, a key advocate for Taiwan, passed away on May 21. His funeral on May 27 honored his leadership in advancing Taiwan’s interests.

Freedom House awarded Taiwan’s government and civil society the inaugural Beacon Award for defending democracy under CCP pressure. U.S. Senators Shaheen and Wicker also honored.

Taiwan’s Executive Yuan announced that Yang Jen-ni is attending the APEC trade ministers’ meeting in South Korea. Talks with the U.S. focus on strengthening economic ties and addressing trade barriers.

Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung confirms smooth U.S. communication, aiming to conclude tariff talks within 90 days. Taiwan is prioritized in negotiations.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirms its Pretoria office remains open despite South Africa’s relocation demand. Ongoing talks address legal framework changes.

Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan Speaker Han Kuo-yu respects the U.S. decision to move Trump’s inauguration indoors due to cold weather. Taiwan’s delegation seeks alternative ways to engage, highlighting strong U.S.-Taiwan ties.

Legislative Yuan Speaker Han Kuo-yu leads a delegation to attend Donald Trump’s inauguration in D.C. on Jan. 20. Events highlight Taiwan-U.S. cultural ties.

Taiwan will send an eight-member delegation to attend U.S. President-elect Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20. Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu will lead the group.

Robert O’Brien confirmed delivering a congratulatory letter from Taiwan’s President to Trump. He discussed pro-Taiwan personnel choices at the Global Taiwan Institute.

Taiwanese officials Lin Fei-fan and Hsu Szu-chien met with President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team in Washington, sparking international attention amid heightened Chinese military activity in the Taiwan Strait. The meeting, first reported by Reuters, comes as Trump prepares to return to the White House in January. The timing is strategically significant, with Taiwan seeking to establish early contact with the incoming administration. The talks coincide with China’s increased military presence around Taiwan, which Taiwanese officials view as an attempt by Beijing to set ＂red lines＂ for the new U.S. government and its allies. Neither the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in the United States, Trump’s transition team, nor the Chinese Embassy have commented on the meeting.

Former President Tsai Ing-wen plans a U.S. visit after her European tour, amid rising tensions with China. The trip may impact U.S.-China-Taiwan relations.

U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles urges Secretary of State Antony Blinken to allow officials to attend Taiwan’s National Day reception at Twin Oaks on Oct. 2, emphasizing U.S. support for Taiwan.

Discover how Taiwan plans to address TikTok’s cybersecurity concerns by potentially allowing the app to appoint a legal representative by year-end, following new legislation. Learn about the global stance on TikTok and Taiwan’s strategies to combat misinformation.

Diplomatic shifts as Taiwan’s top envoy to Japan, Frank Hsieh, steps down after eight years, and Yang Yi-shan is appointed as the deputy representative to the U.S., marking a significant transition in Taiwan’s foreign relations strategy.

Taiwan intends to follow the U.S. lead and outlaw the import and export of goods made using forced labor. With a preliminary resolution to alter the ＂Human Trafficking Prevention Act＂ by the Ministry of the Interior to establish a legal foundation, the Executive Yuan has called for many inter-ministerial discussions.  Following the amendment’s completion and implementation, the Ministry of Labor will be in charge of identifying goods made using forced labor. Border control will be managed by the Ministry of Finance’s Customs Administration. ＂Import and export are both prohibited. A representative of the administration stated, ＂The regulation is bidirectional.

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.

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.

Vice President-elect Hsiao Bi-khim is on a discreet trip to the U.S., gathering belongings and discussing policy with officials before assuming office. Taipei and Washington navigate delicately to avoid upsetting Beijing during this low-profile visit.

The U.S. House of Representatives Select Committee reaffirms bipartisan commitment to deepening U.S.-Taiwan relations, emphasizing support for Taiwan’s defense against potential Chinese Communist Party aggression. Chairman Mike Gallagher and Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi lead the delegation in advocating for sustained development of ties under the Taiwan Relations Act, expressing confidence in President Lai Ching-te’s leadership abilities.

Taiwanese Vice President Lai Ching-te emphasizes Taiwan’s commitment to peace, equality, democracy, and dialogue in the face of challenges from China. Lai meets with a U.S. delegation led by Representative Mike Gallagher to strengthen Taiwan’s national defense and security. Gallagher expresses continuous support for a deeper Taiwan-U.S. relationship, highlighting the integral bond between the two countries amid China’s ambitions. The meeting underscores Taiwan’s resolve to engage in peaceful, equal, democratic dialogue and protect its sovereignty.

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.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) spokesperson expressed gratitude for the concern shown by friends in the U.S. Congress regarding Taiwan’s security. The U.S. military has observed increased provocative actions by China around the Taiwan Strait ahead of the Taiwanese presidential election. Admiral John Aquilino, head of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, has called for restraint from China, perceiving these actions as pressure tactics. U.S. Representative Mike Gallagher urged the Pentagon to provide a classified briefing on assisting Taiwan in deterring China. Taiwan is committed to bolstering its self-defense capabilities and pursuing peace through dialogue with Beijing authorities. Despite pressure, Taiwan will maintain a non-provocative stance while defending national sovereignty and democratic freedom. Taiwan’s Foreign Ministry expressed regret over China’s threats of countermeasures against U.S. firms involved in arms sales to Taiwan and emphasized the need for the U.S. to fulfill its security promises.

Vice Premier Cheng Wen-tsan expresses optimism about trade talks with the United States, citing U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai’s positive stance on advancing Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with key trading partners. The discussions between Taiwan and the United States have made significant progress, with the US-Taiwan Initiative on 21st Century Trade already reaching five agreements. Second-phase talks, including agriculture, are currently underway. The possibility of addressing tariffs in the negotiations is not ruled out. Additionally, the U.S. House of Representatives has proposed mutual tax exemption to alleviate taxation burdens, a development that could spare corporations and individuals from double taxation issues. Cheng emphasizes the need for diligent and concerted effort in deepening economic ties between Taiwan and the United States.

Alexander Yui, Taiwan’s new representative to the United States, arrived in Washington D.C. on Monday (Dec. 11), to assume his post. Ingrid Larson, the managing director of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), welcomed him at the airport. Yui’s arrival follows the resignation of former representative Hsiao Bi-khim on Nov. 20. Yui, who had recently become the top envoy to the EU and Belgium, was chosen to replace Hsiao. Yui emphasized security, economic and trade cooperation, and Taiwan’s international space as the key aspects of Taiwan-U.S. relations. He highlighted the need to safeguard Taiwan’s upcoming election from external influences. Yui committed to deepening Taiwan-U.S. relations by building on Hsiao’s work and collaborating with his embassy team. Laura Rosenberger, chair of AIT, expressed confidence in Yui’s experience and anticipated further development and strengthening of the bilateral partnership.