Washington, DC – As first reported in POLITICO, today, U.S. Representatives Young Kim (CA-40) and Al Green (TX-09) introduced a bipartisan bill to support Taiwan’s participation in the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
The Taiwan Non-Discrimination Act (H.R. 910) would ensure the U.S. governor of the IMF advocates for:
- Taiwan’s admission into the IMF as a member;
- Taiwan’s participation in the IMF’s regular surveillance activities relating to Taiwan’s economic and financial policies;
- Employment opportunities at the IMF for Taiwan nationals; and,
- Taiwan’s ability to receive IMF technical assistance and training.
“As the 21st largest economy in the world and 10th largest goods trading partner of the United States, Taiwan deserves a seat at the IMF,” said Congresswoman Young Kim. “We cannot allow the CCP to silence Taiwan’s voice and suppress Taiwan’s freedoms any longer. I’m proud to lead this bipartisan bill to allow Taiwan’s perspective to be heard in international financial decisions and will always be a voice for our freedom-loving partners and allies.”
Congressman Al Green stated, “I’m honored to again partner with Congresswoman Young Kim on the Taiwan Non-Discrimination Act. Taiwan has long been a key player in the global economy, and its return to the IMF would benefit all nations involved. This bipartisan measure underscores our commitment to Taiwan’s growth and to strengthening democratic values worldwide.”
Reps. Kim and Green introduced similar legislation in the 118th Congress that passed the House in January 2024.
In the 117th Congress, Rep. Kim led a bipartisan bill, which became law in May 2022, to restore Taiwan’s observer status in the World Health Organization and World Health Assembly.