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American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan Applauds Passage of Critical Aid Legislation
TAIPEI, Taiwan – The American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (AmCham Taiwan) wholeheartedly applauds the passage of vital legislation by the U.S. Congress and its signing into law by President Biden to provide much-needed assistance to Taiwan, Ukraine, and other key allies. This decisive action reinforces the United States’ commitment to global leadership and its unwavering support for democracies facing intimidation from authoritarian regimes.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Speaker of the House Mike Johnson for his leadership in ending a stalemate and enabling this critical legislation to come to a vote, to the members of the House of Representatives and Senate who provided overwhelming support for this bill, and to President Biden for the White House’s backing of this initiative.
AmCham Taiwan has been a vocal advocate for the passage of this critical legislation. We previously issued a public statement urging swift action, directly contacted several key members of Congress, and emphasized the urgency of this support in meetings with legislators and staff visiting Taiwan. These efforts reflect AmCham’s longstanding commitment to strengthening the U.S.-Taiwan relationship, which has thrived under the Taiwan Relations Act since 1979.
“The passage of this legislation signifies a crucial victory for like-minded democratic partners and a clear message of support for the rules-based international order,” said Dan Silver, Chairperson of AmCham Taiwan. “We are particularly gratified by the significant support for Taiwan and regional neighbors included in this package. This vital assistance will contribute to regional stability and help sustain the right environment for economic and business growth.”
AmCham Taiwan remains steadfast in its dedication to fostering an enduring partnership between the United States and Taiwan. We believe this legislation represents a pivotal step forward in safeguarding democratic values and promoting peace and prosperity throughout the Indo-Pacific region.
For more information, please contact:
Celine Fahn
Director of Government and Public Affairs
02-27188226 ext.627
[email protected]
Fernando Chen
Senior Manager of Government and Public Affairs
02-27188226 ext.213
[email protected]
Chinese
台灣美國商會讚許美國通過援台法案
台灣美國商會衷心感謝美國國會與拜登總統簽署通過關鍵立法《對外援助法案》。該法案將向台灣、烏克蘭及其他關鍵盟友提供援助，此舉不僅增強美國對全球領袖的承諾，也堅定了對於其他面臨威權政權威脅之民主國家的支持。
美國商會向眾議院議長麥克強生（Mike Johnson）的領導表達誠摯感謝。商會表示，強生在結束法案凝滯僵局中扮演至關重要的角色，使關鍵立法得以進行投票表決。商會也向給予這項法案壓倒性支持的參眾議員們表示誠摯謝意，更感謝拜登總統及白宮對此倡議的支持。
美國商會過去曾向美方積極倡議迅速通過對外援助法案，以公開聲明敦促國會迅速行動之餘，也直接聯繫數十位關鍵國會議員，持續向訪台議員及其幕僚強調援助法案的迫切性，體現台灣美國商會自 1979 年台灣關係法生效以來，長期致力加強蓬勃發展的美台關係。
台灣美國商會理事長 Dan Silver 表示， 「此立法通過象徵理念相近之民主盟友的重要勝利，並明確表明支持基於規則的國際秩序。針對此法案所涵蓋給予台灣及鄰近地區的強力支持，美國商會感到欣慰，這樣的重要協助也將為區域穩定帶來極大貢獻，同時為經濟和商業發展提供良好環境。」
美國商會堅定致力於促進美國和台灣之間的長期夥伴關係。商會強調，此立法的通過代表成功守護民主價值，更是促進印太地區和平與繁榮的重要一步。
新聞聯絡人
政府及公共事務部總監 范家瑋 02-27188226#627 [email protected]
政府及公共事務部資深經理 陳慶維 02-27188226#213 [email protected]
