WA SR8679

Washington State Senate reaffirms commitment to strengthening relations with Taiwan, recognizing shared values of freedom, democracy, human rights, and rule of law

Taiwan ranked as the 7th largest U.S. trading partner in 2024 with $158.6 billion in bilateral goods trade (24.2% growth over 2023), and is Washington state's 6th largest trading partner at approximately $3.8 billion

Taiwanese companies investing in Washington—including Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, Eva Air, China Airlines, Starlux Airline, and Evergreen Marine—have created more than 20,000 jobs in the state

Washington state reopened its trade office in Taiwan in November 2023 with an appointed representative to strengthen economic ties

Resolution supports Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations including the International Civil Aviation Organization and INTERPOL, and calls for closer U.S.-Taiwan economic partnership