The Minnesota House of Representatives has passed a resolution reaffirming its commitment to strengthening the sister state relationship with Taiwan, which was established in 1984. The resolution emphasizes the importance of bilateral trade, cultural exchanges, and tourism between Minnesota and Taiwan, highlighting shared values such as democracy, human rights, and prosperity. It calls for Minnesota businesses to refer to Taiwan as Taiwan and supports Taiwan's efforts to negotiate a bilateral trade agreement, an avoidance of double taxation agreement, and participation in the Indo-Pacific economic framework. The resolution also recognizes Taiwan's significant contributions to humanitarian aid and its commitment to self-defense.

Furthermore, the resolution condemns efforts to undermine Taiwan's international status and supports its meaningful participation in global organizations. It acknowledges the historical milestones of 2026, marking both the 250th anniversary of the United States and the 30th anniversary of Taiwan's first presidential election, as significant for promoting peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. The Minnesota House of Representatives expresses its intent to deepen economic and cultural ties with Taiwan, reinforcing the importance of collaboration and shared democratic values in the future.