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This concurrent resolution expresses strong support for the United States' partnership with Taiwan, highlighting the significant economic, strategic, and cultural ties between the two entities. The resolution celebrates the 46th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act of 1979 and recognizes Taiwan's important global economic role, noting its high ranking on the Heritage Foundation's Index of Economic Freedom and its leadership in technology industries like semiconductors and communications. It emphasizes the robust trade relationship between the U.S. and Taiwan, which reached $158.6 billion in 2024, and specifically highlights Oklahoma's connection, including Governor Kevin Stitt's 2024 delegation to Taiwan and the state's sister-state relationship with Taiwan since 1980. The resolution supports expanding Taiwan's international presence, advocates for a potential tax agreement, and encourages the establishment of an Oklahoma Trade and Investment Office in Taiwan. Moreover, it underscores Taiwan's strategic importance as a democratic partner in the Indo-pacific region that promotes values of freedom, democracy, and human rights. The resolution calls for strengthening the partnership, supporting Taiwan's efforts to maintain peace and stability, and formally directs that copies of the resolution be sent to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Houston.

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