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This concurrent resolution endorses Taiwan's international participation and supports strengthening United States-Taiwan relations across multiple domains. Specifically, the resolution calls for supporting Taiwan's participation as an observer in key international organizations like the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, International Civil Aviation Organization, World Health Organization, and International Criminal Police Organization. The resolution also encourages the United States Trade Representative to negotiate a bilateral trade agreement with Taiwan, highlighting the shared commitment to democracy, human rights, and free market economics. It commemorates the 32-year sister-state relationship between Hawaii and Taiwan, recognizing their mutually beneficial exchanges in areas such as tourism, agriculture, culture, and education. The resolution notes Taiwan's contributions, including a $500,000 donation to Hawaii after the 2023 Maui wildfires and ongoing efforts in climate change research and anti-terrorism cooperation. The document formally requests that copies of the resolution be transmitted to key U.S. government officials, including the President, congressional leadership, and Hawaii's congressional delegation, to underscore the importance of the proposed diplomatic and economic initiatives.

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