arrow_back Back to App

US-Europe Cooperation to Bolster Taiwan's Security and Economic Resilience.

This Act mandates closer cooperation between the US and European nations to deter aggression against Taiwan, crucial for global economic stability and supply chains. It requires coordinated planning for imposing severe economic sanctions on China in case of military action or blockade, aiming to mitigate the risk of a global crisis. The law also streamlines the process for NATO countries to transfer defense equipment to Taiwan, enhancing its self-defense capabilities.
Key points
The US and Europe must coordinate plans for imposing sanctions on China if it attacks Taiwan, mitigating potential severe global economic disruption.
The process for NATO countries to sell or transfer military equipment to Taiwan is significantly sped up to enhance Taiwan's self-defense capabilities.
New plans must be developed for delivering humanitarian aid to Taiwan during a conflict, coordinated with European emergency response centers.
A report is required to assess the economic impact of a Chinese blockade of Taiwan on global trade and European economies.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_4433
Sponsor: Sen. Ricketts, Pete [R-NE]
Process start date: 2024-05-23