United States - Taiwan Partnership in the Americas Act

Sponsor: Jeff Merkley (Democratic-OR)September 2, 2025

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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 242.

Supports Taiwan's allies in Latin America and the Caribbean against China's pressure.

This bill aims to help countries in Latin America and the Caribbean keep their official ties with Taiwan. It would push back against pressure from China. The U.S. would also track China's influence and work with Taiwan and its allies to boost their security.

What Would Change

Today, the People's Republic of China pressures Taiwan's diplomatic allies in Latin America and the Caribbean to cut ties using opaque deals and pressure. If this bill becomes law, the U.S. would actively monitor China's economic influence and respond to its projects. The U.S. would also increase reporting to Congress on diplomatic relations and boost coordination with Taiwan and its partners to counter harmful influence and strengthen defenses in the Taiwan Strait.

Key Provisions

Creates a system for the U.S. to track and respond to China's infrastructure projects in countries allied with Taiwan.
Requires the Secretary of State to brief Congress on U.S. efforts to help Taiwan fight China's harmful influence operations.
Requires the Secretary of State to brief Congress on the military strength of the U.S. and Taiwan in the Taiwan Strait to prevent conflict.
Directs the Secretary of State to send Congress regular reports on Latin American governments considering ending diplomatic ties with Taiwan.
Encourages the Secretary of State to expand U.S. coordination with Latin American and Caribbean countries regarding Taiwan.

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United States - Taiwan Partnership in the Americas Act

What Would Change

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