US and Taiwan Solidify Economic Ties Amid Global Tensions
The US and Taiwan have signed key agreements to bolster AI and semiconductor supply chains, addressing global vulnerabilities amid rising geopolitical tensions.
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The United States and Taiwan have concluded the sixth round of their Economic Prosperity Partnership Dialogue on January 28, 2026. This dialogue, led by U.S. Under Secretary for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg jacob helbergand Taiwan Economy Minister Kung Ming-hsin kung ming hsin, resulted in significant agreements designed to enhance bilateral economic cooperation. Notably, the Pax Silica Declaration, a U.S.-led initiative, was signed to secure AI and semiconductor supply chains, recognizing Taiwan's advanced manufacturing sector as a pivotal player in the global AI revolution.
