Number: RS20370
Title: The Taiwan Security Enhancement Act and Underlying Issues in U.S. Policy
Authors: Kerry Dumbaugh, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division 
Abstract: Taiwan has become an increasingly controversial issue in U.S.-China relations, and has attracted more attention from Congress. In response to growing concerns, Members of the 106th Congress have introduced the Taiwan Security Enhancement Act (S. 693, H.R. 1838), legislation to enhance U.S.-Taiwan military communication and cooperation, and strengthen Taiwan's security. The Administration says it shares the desire to bolster Taiwan, but sees the legislation as unnecessarily provocative and potentially harmful to U.S. security interests. This report reviews what the legislation does, discusses its political implications and its status, and assesses how the measure compares with current U.S. policy.
Pages: 6
Date: Updated March 1, 2000