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DE HR12
Resolution
Status
6/18/2013
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Miro
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AI Summary
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Reaffirms Delaware's commitment to its sister-state relationship with Taiwan, marking the 13th anniversary in 2013 and recognizing 12 years of strengthened ties through the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO).
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Acknowledges Taiwan as the world's 18th largest economy and a key U.S. trading partner with two-way trade reaching $63 billion in 2012.
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Supports Taiwan's November 1, 2012 inclusion in the U.S. Visa Waiver program as a reflection of friendship, trust, and cooperation between the nations.
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Endorses ongoing negotiations for a Bilateral Investment Agreement (BIA) between Taiwan and the United States as an important step toward strengthening bilateral trade and potentially leading to a Free Trade Agreement (FTA).
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Supports Taiwan's expressed interest in participating in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement to enhance economic competitiveness and benefit consumers.
Legislative Description
A Resolution To Reaffirm The Sister-state Relationship Between The State Of Delaware And Taiwan, Strengthening Bilateral Trade Relations, And To Affirm In Support Of Taiwan's Meaningful Participation In International Organizations.
Last Action
Passed in House by Voice Vote
6/18/2013