Bill > SJR28

This resolution reaffirms Wisconsin's commitment to its sister-state relationship with Taiwan, established in 1986, by highlighting the strong bilateral ties in trade, education, cultural exchanges, and shared values of democracy and human rights. The resolution emphasizes the significant economic relationship between the United States and Taiwan, noting that in 2023, bilateral trade reached $127.5 billion, with Taiwan being the seventh-largest market for U.S. agricultural products and importing nearly $3.7 billion in U.S. farm products. Specifically for Wisconsin, Taiwan was the state's fourth-largest export market in Asia in 2023, with $380 million in Wisconsin goods exported to Taiwan and $931 million in imports from Taiwan. The resolution supports the Taiwan Relations Act of 1979 and advocates for ongoing negotiations for a Bilateral Trade Agreement between Taiwan and the United States, which could further strengthen economic engagement, reduce tariffs, and create opportunities for investment and technical collaboration. Additionally, the resolution acknowledges Taiwan's commitment to international cooperation and its willingness to address global challenges like humanitarian aid and disease control.

https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/2025/proposals/reg/sen/joint_resolution/sjr28