Pelosi Statement on Passage of TAIPEI Act
MARCH 4, 2020 PRESS RELEASE
Washington, D.C. – Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued this statement on the passage of the TAIPEI Act, bipartisan and bicameral legislation that promotes Taiwan’s position on the international stage:
“For decades, the U.S. Congress on a bipartisan and bicameral basis has proudly stood with Taiwan, which is a key ally in the region and an important democratic partner. Today, by passing the TAIPEI Act, Congress once again reaffirms our strong support for a free, open and democratic Taiwan.
“The TAIPEI Act celebrates and supports Taiwan’s commitment to democracy, by preserving and promoting its position on the international stage. It is imperative that America encourages our allies and partners to strengthen their diplomatic ties with Taipei, and that we ensure that Taiwan has a seat at the international decision-making table, including at the United Nations.
“Today and on all days, Congress continues to send a message to the world that America stands with Taiwan. This important legislation will now go to the President’s desk, where we look forward to seeing it swiftly signed.”
佩洛西關於台北法通過的聲明
2020年3月4日新聞稿
華盛頓特區–議長南希·佩洛西(Nancy Pelosi)在通過《台北法案》,兩黨制和兩院制立法以宣揚台灣在國際舞台上的立場時發表了這一聲明:
“幾十年來,美國國會在兩黨制和兩院制的基礎上自豪地與台灣站在一起,台灣是該地區的重要盟友和重要的民主夥伴。今天,國會通過《台北法》,再次重申我們對自由,開放和民主台灣的堅定支持。
“《台北法案》通過維護和提升台灣在國際舞台上的地位來慶祝和支持台灣對民主的承諾。美國必須鼓勵我們的盟國和夥伴加強與台北的外交關係,並確保台灣在包括聯合國在內的國際決策桌上享有一席之地。
“今天,在所有的日子裡,國會繼續向世界傳達一個信息,即美國與台灣站在一起。這項重要的立法現在將交到總統的辦公桌上,我們希望在那裡迅速簽署。”