Bill > SR8679

This resolution reaffirms the commitment to strengthening and deepening the relationship with the people of Taiwan, recognizing Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations that address global trade, health, safety, and the well-being of its citizens, and supports a closer economic and trade partnership between the United States and Taiwan. The resolution highlights the strong bilateral relations encompassing trade, education, cultural exchanges, and tourism, noting that Taiwan is a significant trading partner for both the United States and Washington state, with substantial bilateral trade in goods and agricultural products, and that Taiwanese companies have created thousands of jobs in Washington state. It also references the Taiwan Relations Act of 1979, which has fostered a close bilateral relationship, and the United States' support for Taiwan's participation in international organizations.

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