The 2025 Assembly Joint Resolution 24 reaffirms Wisconsin's commitment to strengthening its sister-state relationship with Taiwan, which has been in place since 1986. The resolution highlights the shared values of freedom, democracy, and human rights between Wisconsin and Taiwan, as well as the significant economic ties, with Taiwan being a major trading partner for both Wisconsin and the United States. In 2023, bilateral trade reached over $127.5 billion, with Wisconsin exporting $380 million worth of goods to Taiwan and importing $931 million worth of goods from Taiwan.
The resolution expresses support for the Taiwan Relations Act and endorses Taiwan's efforts to secure a Bilateral Trade Agreement with the United States, which is seen as a crucial step in enhancing economic collaboration. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of Taiwan's participation in international organizations and its contributions to global challenges. The resolution directs the chief clerk of the assembly to transmit copies to Wisconsin's congressional delegation and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Chicago, reinforcing Wisconsin's ongoing support for Taiwan's international presence and economic engagement.