Bill > S1054

This bill, the Taiwan Relations Reinforcement Act of 2021, seeks to strengthen the relationship between the United States and Taiwan. Key provisions include: 1. Directing the U.S. government to enhance cooperation with Taiwan's military, urge Taiwan to invest in its own defense capabilities, and promote Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations and events. 2. Establishing an interagency task force to develop a plan for a robust 21st century partnership with Taiwan, and requiring an annual report on this effort. 3. Making the Director of the American Institute in Taiwan's Taipei office subject to Senate confirmation and giving the position the title of "Representative." 4. Supporting U.S. educational and cultural exchange programs with Taiwan, including creating a new U.S.-Taiwan Cultural Exchange Foundation. 5. Prohibiting U.S. government agencies from formally or informally recognizing Chinese claims of sovereignty over Taiwan without the assent of the Taiwanese people. 6. Requiring the development of a strategy to protect U.S. businesses and organizations from Chinese coercion and censorship related to Taiwan. 7. Directing the State Department to develop and implement a strategy to respond to China's sharp power operations targeting Taiwan.