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OH SR516
Resolution
Status
N/A
Primary Sponsor
Frank LaRose
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AI Summary
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Ohio reaffirms support for strengthening and expanding its sister-state relationship with Taiwan, which has existed since 1985 and includes bilateral trade, educational exchange, cultural exchange, and tourism.
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Recognizes Taiwan as the 9th largest trading partner of the United States with $66.6 billion in bilateral trade in 2015, and the United States as Taiwan's second largest trading partner.
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Commends Taiwan's democratic system, particularly its sixth direct presidential election held on January 16, 2016, and recognizes Taiwan as a beacon of democracy in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Congratulates Madam Tsai Ing-wen of the Democratic Progress Party on winning the presidential election and becoming Taiwan's first female president.
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Directs the Senate Clerk to transmit copies of the resolution to the U.S. Secretary of State, Ohio's Congressional delegation, and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Chicago, Illinois.
Legislative Description
To reaffirm support for strengthening and expanding sister-state ties between Ohio and Taiwan, to commend Taiwan's democratic achievements, and to congratulate Madam Tsai Ing-wen on becoming Taiwan's first female president.
Last Action
Refer to Committee: State and Local Government
9/28/2016