Wagner Bill to Combat China’s Aggression, Support an Independent Taiwan Signed into Law
Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO) released the following statement after President Donald Trump signed into law her Taiwan Assurance Implementation Act:
“The world is on fire, and the People’s Republic of China has made it clear they have their sights set on exerting even more power over Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific. The United States stands with Taiwan, and we will not allow China to destabilize the world even more than they already have. My Taiwan Assurance Implementation Act asserts American superiority at a critical time in history and is a strong step forward in our unwavering support for Taiwan as they push back against the CCP aggression and influence campaigns. This law strengthens our own national security and will help us prevent China from expanding their dangerous foothold in the region and globally.”
Background
The Taiwan Assurance Implementation Act would require the Department of State to conduct periodic reviews of its guidelines for U.S. engagement with Taiwan. These regular reviews and updates must:
- Explain how the guidance deepens and expands United States-Taiwan relations, and reflects the value, merits, and importance of the United States-Taiwan relationship;
- Give due consideration to the fact that Taiwan is a democratic partner and a free and open society that respects universal human rights and democratic values;
- Ensure that the conduct of relations with Taiwan reflects the longstanding, comprehensive, and values-based relationship the United States shares with Taiwan, and contribute to the peaceful resolution of cross-Strait issues.