FL S1704

Encourages enhancement of the sister-state relationship between Florida and the Republic of China (Taiwan), emphasizing shared values of freedom, democracy, and human rights

Recognizes Taiwan as Florida's sixth largest export market in Asia, generating more than 7,850 jobs and $944.3 million in trade and investment ties in 2018

Supports Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations including the World Health Assembly, International Criminal Police Organization, and International Civil Aviation Organization

Notes existing sister-city relationships between Florida localities and Taiwanese cities, including Miami-Dade County/New Taipei City, Orlando/Tainan City, and Fort Lauderdale, Miami, and Pensacola with Kaohsiung City

Directs transmission of the resolution to President Tsai Ing-wen and Speaker Kuo Hsin-liang through the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Miami