WASHINGTON D.C. – U.S. Congressman Tony Gonzales (R-TX-23) and Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (D-NJ-11) on Tuesday introduced the U.S.-Taiwan Advanced Research Partnership Act which allows the Department of Homeland Security Under Secretary for Science and Technology, in coordination with the Department of State, to enter into cooperative research programs with Taiwan to strengthen preparedness against cyber threats and enhance capabilities in cybersecurity through the Science and Technology Directorate’s International Cooperation Programs Office.

“As the number of cyberattacks against the U.S. and our allies increase, so does the need for cybersecurity,” said Congressman Gonzales. “This bill would strengthen both Taiwanese and U.S. homeland security through bilateral information sharing on incurred cyber incidents while also facilitating joint initiatives to bolster cybersecurity. With Taiwan being one of America’s strongest partners abroad, I am proud to spearhead this effort in Congress.”

“Cyber threats from China increasingly require international collaboration with our allies,” said Congresswoman Sherrill. “This bipartisan legislation will strengthen cooperation on cybersecurity research and development efforts between the US and Taiwan, putting us on a path toward innovative solutions to the challenges we face. I am proud to work with Congressman Gonzales to enhance our cyber resilience in partnership with Taiwan in order to advance our mutual economic and national security.”

Background

According to the 2023 National Institute for Defense Studies’ China Security Report, Taiwan sustained 1.4 billion cyberattacks between September 2019 and August 2020; hitting political, economic and military entities in attempts to steal or destroy data.

Congressman Gonzales visited Taiwan with a congressional delegation this week.

Read the full text of the bill here.