Senate unanimously adopts resolution reaffirming Vermont’s sister‑state relationship with Taiwan
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The Vermont Senate adopted SR 25, reaffirming the state’s 27‑year sister‑state relationship with Taiwan and supporting expanded bilateral ties and Taiwan’s participation in international organizations; the roll call vote was 27‑0.
The Vermont Senate on the floor adopted SR 25, a resolution reaffirming the longtime sister‑state relationship between Vermont and the Republic of China (Taiwan) and urging stronger bilateral ties and Taiwan’s participation in international organizations.
Senator from Franklin, explaining the resolution, said the relationship dates to 1999, highlighted trade links and welcomed representatives of Taiwan who were present in the chamber. The senator cited U.S.–Taiwan trade figures and Vermont export numbers in support of the resolution’s focus on continued commerce and cooperation.
The resolution was treated as a committee bill and, after suspension of the rules to consider it immediately, received a roll call. The secretary recorded 27 votes in favor and 0 opposed; the Senate adopted SR 25 on that roll call.
The measure is ceremonial and expresses the Senate’s support for the ongoing sister‑state relationship and for Taiwan’s participation in international organizations. Senators noted the economic ties and welcomed the visiting delegation.
The Senate moved on to other business after SR 25’s adoption; the resolution does not create new policy obligations but signals legislative support for sustained engagement and trade ties with Taiwan.