TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — US Representatives Young Kim and Al Green introduced a bipartisan bill supporting Taiwan’s participation in the International Monetary Fund on Tuesday. 

The proposed “Taiwan Non-Discrimination Act” calls for Taiwan to become an IMF member and be involved in the IMF’s “regular surveillance activities relating to Taiwan’s economic and financial policies,” according to a press release. The bill also supports Taiwan nationals to work for the IMF and for Taiwan 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,” Kim said. “We cannot allow the CCP to silence Taiwan’s voice and suppress Taiwan’s freedoms any longer.”

Green praised Taiwan as “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,” he said. 

Kim previously helped introduce a bill to restore Taiwan’s observer status in the World Health Organization in 2022, which was signed into law by former President Joe Biden. She was also part of a US Congress delegation attending President Lai Ching-te’s (賴清德) inauguration in May.