WASHINGTON DC (KOLO) – US Senator Jacky Rosen and Representative Steven Horsford are helping to introduce a bill that would boost security for the nation of Taiwan.
They, Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) and Representative Michelle Steel (R-CA) introduced the TAIWAN Security Act, which would require the Secretary of Defense to enhance defense industrial base cooperation between the US and Taiwan.
The aim of the bill is to counter what the Congress members call China’s growing military expansion in the region. It would also promote supply chain security and help Taiwan with readiness.
Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA), Rick Scott (R-FL), Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and Joni Ernst (R-IA) all joined Rosen and Sullivan in introducing the bill into the Senate.
“As China ramps up its military buildup and aggression towards Taiwan, we must not only ensure our strength, but also bolster the strength of our democratic ally, Taiwan,” said Senator Rosen. “I’m proud to lead a bipartisan, bicameral bill to deepen the United States’ defense ties with Taiwan, enhance supply chain resilience, and help increase Taiwan’s military readiness.”
“It’s crucial that we support Taiwan as we strive to maintain balance and ensure peace in the Indo-Pacific,” said Congressman Horsford. “The TAIWAN Security Act will strengthen our defense partnership with Taiwan to enhance both our supply chain security and resilience. Modeled on our cooperation with India, this legislation will bolster the Indo-Pacific’s stability in the face of growing military challenges from China.”
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