AmCham Taiwan Statement on the U.S.–Taiwan Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART)

Taipei, February 13, 2026 — The American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan welcomes the February 13 signing of the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) between Taiwan authorities and the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR). This marks a major milestone in U.S.–Taiwan economic relations and a meaningful step toward greater commercial certainty and cooperation.

AmCham Taiwan views the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) as a significant step forward for bilateral trade and investment. In particular, the agreed 15% reciprocal tariff ceiling establishes a more predictable framework for companies operating across the U.S.–Taiwan corridor — a priority our members have consistently emphasized. Greater predictability in tariff exposure and market access supports long-term planning, supply-chain resilience, and continued cross-border investment.

This agreement closely aligns with the findings of AmCham Taiwan’s 2026 Business Climate Survey, which shows sustained confidence in Taiwan’s economic outlook and operating environment. According to the survey, 92% of respondents plan to maintain or increase their investment in Taiwan. This new trade framework reinforces that strong business sentiment and supports Taiwan’s evolution into a frontier of innovation, resilience, and opportunity. Our members are actively investing in what we describe as a “resilience dividend,” and this agreement strengthens that trajectory. In addition, the outcome reflects the urgency our members have attached to advancing a robust bilateral trade framework. In the 2026 BCS, 79% of our members cited a bilateral trade agreement with the U.S. as critical to their business. The Agreement represents concrete progress in that direction and demonstrates the value of sustained, pragmatic engagement between both sides.

AmCham Taiwan will continue to serve as a constructive bridge for the U.S.–Taiwan business community, supporting effective implementation of the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade and encouraging further progress on remaining priority issues — including conclusion of a double taxation avoidance agreement. We stand ready to work with stakeholders on both sides to ensure that the benefits of this milestone translate into durable, mutually beneficial economic growth.

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Celine Fahn
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Christine Huang
Communications Manager
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