Expressing the sense of Congress to encourage full participation of Taiwan in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum.

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Explore the details of House Bill 71 Expressing the sense of Congress to encourage full participation of Taiwan in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on International Affairs. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/31/2024, 4:41 AM

Summary of Bill HCONRES 71

Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 71, titled "Expressing the sense of Congress to encourage full participation of Taiwan in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum," was introduced in the House of Representatives on February 14, 2019. The purpose of this bill is to urge the inclusion of Taiwan in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum, which is a regional economic forum that promotes free trade and economic cooperation among its member economies.

The bill emphasizes the importance of Taiwan's participation in APEC, highlighting Taiwan's significant economic contributions and its commitment to promoting regional economic growth and stability. It also recognizes Taiwan's status as a major trading partner and ally of the United States in the Asia-Pacific region.

The bill calls on the United States government to support Taiwan's participation in APEC and to work with other member economies to ensure that Taiwan is granted full membership in the forum. It also encourages the President to take all necessary steps to promote Taiwan's inclusion in APEC and to advocate for Taiwan's interests within the forum. Overall, Bill 118 H.Con.Res. 71 seeks to reaffirm the United States' support for Taiwan and to promote Taiwan's active participation in regional economic cooperation efforts. It underscores the importance of Taiwan's role in the Asia-Pacific region and calls for increased collaboration between Taiwan and other APEC member economies.

Congressional Summary of HCONRES 71

This concurrent resolution expresses the sense of Congress to encourage Taiwan's full participation in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (AEPC) forum. The concurrent resolution expresses the sense that the President of Taiwan should be formally invited to attend all AEPC leaders' events held in the United States. It also expresses the sense that the President of Taiwan should be invited to attend the AEPC leaders' summit in San Francisco, CA, this year.

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Current Status of Bill HCONRES 71

Bill HCONRES 71 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since October 25, 2023. Bill HCONRES 71 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on October 3, 2023. Bill HCONRES 71's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. as of October 25, 2023