Taiwan Invasion Prevention Act: Strengthening Defense and Relations
This act aims to strengthen the United States' ability to defend Taiwan against armed attack. This means the U.S. government can use armed forces to protect Taiwan, which could impact regional stability and international security. The act also foresees closer trade and military cooperation with Taiwan, potentially affecting the economy and foreign policy.
Key points
The U.S. President can use armed forces to defend Taiwan in case of attack, territorial seizure, or threat to citizens' lives.
The act encourages closer military cooperation, including joint exercises and increased U.S. naval presence in the region.
It supports negotiations for a bilateral trade agreement between the U.S. and Taiwan, potentially opening new economic opportunities.
It calls for accelerating defense article sales to Taiwan and supporting its cyber capabilities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_1173
Sponsor: Rep. Reschenthaler, Guy [R-PA-14]
Process start date: 2021-02-18