To amend the Taiwan Allies International Protection and Enhancement Initiative (TAIPEI) Act of 2019 to provide that the United States, in its role as a member of any international organizations, should oppose any attempts by the People’s Republic of China to resolve Taiwan’s status by distorting the decisions, language, policies, or procedures of any such organization, and for other purposes.
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ReportedReported by Mr. Risch, without amendment
Mr. Van Hollen (for himself and Mr. Curtis) introduced the …
Summary
What This Bill Does
Amends TAIPEI Act to clarify that UN General Assembly Resolution 2758 only addressed PRC representation of China at the UN, not Taiwan's representation or sovereignty, and did not include any statement about Taiwan.
Who Benefits and How
Taiwan gains US legislative support against PRCs misuse of Resolution 2758. International organizations receive clear US position on Taiwan exclusion. PRCs legal arguments for excluding Taiwan are countered.
Who Bears the Burden and How
US must advocate at international organizations against PRC Taiwan exclusion. Diplomatic resources required for advocacy. PRC faces resistance to Resolution 2758 overreach.
Key Provisions
- Resolution 2758 did not address Taiwan representation
- Resolution did not position on PRC-Taiwan relationship
- Resolution included no statement on Taiwan sovereignty
- US opposes status change without Taiwan consent
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
Clarifies UN Resolution 2758 does not address Taiwan representation or sovereignty
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Counter PRC misuse of UN resolution to exclude Taiwan"
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