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Renaming Taiwan's Office in the US: Strengthening Unofficial Ties

This bill directs the Secretary of State to seek negotiations to rename the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office in Washington, D.C., to the "Taiwan Representative Office." While this change does not restore formal diplomatic relations, it aims to provide Taiwan with treatment equivalent to foreign countries. For US citizens, this signifies a symbolic strengthening of the relationship with Taiwan, potentially influencing future foreign policy and regional trade dynamics.
Key points
Directs the renaming of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) to the "Taiwan Representative Office."
The policy aims to grant Taiwan de facto diplomatic treatment without restoring full diplomatic relations or altering the US position on Taiwan's international status.
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Print number: 118_S_1513
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2023-05-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to direct the Secretary of State to seek to enter into negotiations with the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office to rename its office the "Taiwan Representative Office", and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1513.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Directs the renaming of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) to the "Taiwan Representative Office."
  • The policy aims to grant Taiwan de facto diplomatic treatment without restoring full diplomatic relations or altering the US position on Taiwan's international status.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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