Bill > SR8653

This resolution honors and reaffirms Washington state's strong relationship with Taiwan by highlighting their significant economic, cultural, and strategic ties. The resolution emphasizes that Taiwan and the United States share core values of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law, and notes their robust bilateral trade, with the United States being Taiwan's second-largest trading partner and Taiwan being the seventh-largest trading partner of the United States, with total bilateral trade reaching $128 billion in 2023. Specifically for Washington state, Taiwan is the sixth-largest trading partner, with total trade amounting to approximately $3.8 billion, and Taiwanese companies have created over 15,000 jobs in the state. The resolution recognizes Taiwan's important role in international trade and humanitarian efforts, supports Taiwan's participation in global organizations, and calls for strengthening economic and trade partnerships. It also acknowledges the Taiwan Relations Act of 1979 as a landmark legislation that has fostered close bilateral relations and commits to sending copies of the resolution to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Seattle and other relevant state and federal officials.

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=8653&Year=2025&Initiative=false