Bill > HR2416

This bill amends the Taiwan Allies International Protection and Enhancement Initiative (TAIPEI) Act of 2019 to strengthen the United States' support for Taiwan in international organizations and diplomatic relationships. The bill clarifies that the 1971 United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758, which recognized the People's Republic of China (PRC) as China's representative at the UN, did not address Taiwan's representation or sovereignty, and explicitly states that the US opposes any changes to Taiwan's status without the consent of its people. The legislation instructs US representatives in international organizations to actively resist PRC efforts to distort decisions, language, policies, or procedures regarding Taiwan, and encourages US allies to oppose China's attempts to undermine Taiwan's diplomatic relationships. Additionally, the bill requires reports to include information about PRC attempts to undermine Taiwan's membership or observer status in international organizations and its international ties. The overall purpose is to provide diplomatic support for Taiwan and counter China's efforts to isolate Taiwan internationally, reflecting the complex geopolitical relationship between the US, Taiwan, and China.

Government Affairs, Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/2416/all-info