The resolution commends Taiwan for successfully conducting its presidential and legislative elections on January 13, 2024, and acknowledges its ongoing contributions to the international community despite threats from China. It highlights the 45th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA), which has strengthened U.S.-Taiwan relations across various sectors, including security, trade, and education. The resolution notes Taiwan's significant role as a trading partner with the U.S. and emphasizes the importance of Taiwan's inclusion in international organizations, countering China's efforts to exclude Taiwan from the United Nations.
Furthermore, the resolution expresses support for the U.S.-Taiwan Initiative on 21st-Century Trade and encourages Alabama to establish a trade office in Taiwan to attract investments. It also advocates for Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations and economic cooperation, urging Alabamians to engage with Taiwanese culture and tourism. The resolution concludes by directing that certified copies be sent to key state officials and the Taiwanese representative in Atlanta.