The bill, H. 3819, is a resolution from the South Carolina House of Representatives that commends Taiwan for its strong relations with the United States and the state of South Carolina. It emphasizes the importance of ongoing discussions under the "US-Taiwan Initiative on 21st-Century Trade" and the "US-Taiwan Avoid Double Taxation Agreement," highlighting Taiwan's interest in diversifying its market investments in the U.S. The resolution also encourages the South Carolina government to organize a trade delegation to Taiwan to attract further investments and to promote participation from city governments in Taiwan's annual "Smart City" forum.
The resolution outlines the historical and economic ties between Taiwan and the U.S., noting Taiwan's status as the eighth-largest trading partner of the U.S. and its significant trade relationship with South Carolina. It references the procurement of F-16 fighter jets assembled in Greenville, which has created local jobs, and mentions the establishment of a trade office in Taiwan by South Carolina in 2022. The resolution concludes by directing that copies be presented to key state officials and the Director-General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Atlanta.