South OC Times

U.S. Representatives Young Kim from California and Al Green from Texas have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at supporting Taiwan's participation in the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The legislation, known as the Taiwan Non-Discrimination Act (H.R. 910), seeks to advocate for Taiwan's admission into the IMF as a member.

The proposed bill outlines several key areas of support for Taiwan within the IMF. It calls for Taiwan's involvement in the IMF's regular surveillance activities concerning its economic and financial policies, employment opportunities at the IMF for Taiwanese nationals, and access to technical assistance and training provided by the IMF.

"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 added his support by stating, "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."

This is not their first effort regarding similar legislation; Reps. Kim and Green introduced comparable measures during the 118th Congress, which passed in January 2024. Additionally, Rep. Kim led another bipartisan initiative that became law in May 2022, restoring Taiwan's observer status in both the World Health Organization and World Health Assembly.