Taiwan Fellowship Act: Strengthening US-Taiwan Relations
This act establishes a fellowship program for U.S. government employees to study Mandarin and work in Taiwan. The goal is to deepen understanding of the Indo-Pacific region and strengthen the U.S.-Taiwan partnership. Participants commit to continued U.S. government service after the fellowship.
Key points
The program allows U.S. government employees to undertake intensive Mandarin language training and gain experience in Taiwan.
Fellows will work within Taiwanese government or civic institutions, aiming to enhance bilateral cooperation.
Participants receive financial support for housing, living costs, and travel, but must commit to continued U.S. government employment.
The act seeks to better position the U.S. to advance its economic, security, and human rights interests in the Indo-Pacific region.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_811
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2021-03-17