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Senate adopts resolution reaffirming Washington's ties with Taiwan
Summary
The Washington State Senate unanimously adopted a resolution recognizing Taiwan and recommending it be sent to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Seattle, with sponsors citing long-standing trade relationships and shared democratic values.
The Washington State Senate adopted Senate Resolution 8679 reaffirming the state's relationship with Taiwan and directing the resolution to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Seattle and appropriate officials. Senator Wagner, the prime sponsor, said the measure underscores trade ties and shared democratic values and called the relationship "rock solid."
Wagner noted the state's agricultural links with Taiwan and described personal family connections that, he said, make the relationship "personal to me." Senator Wellman also rose in support, describing cultural and educational exchanges she observed during a visit and urging colleagues to back the resolution.
The president put the question for adoption; senators voiced "aye," and the chair declared the resolution adopted. The resolution will be transmitted to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Seattle and relevant state and federal offices.
