Taiwan PLUS Act

This bill aims to strengthen U.S.–Taiwan defense ties. It would make it easier and faster for the U.S. to review and support Taiwan’s requests for defense equipment and services, building on past policy that calls for timely review of such requests . Congress also states its support for treating Taiwan like certain close U.S. allies (sometimes called “NATO Plus”) when considering arms sales.

For five years after the bill becomes law, Taiwan would be treated like those close allies under specific U.S. arms‑sale rules, which is meant to streamline cooperation. The Secretary of State could renew this treatment for additional five‑year periods if it is in the U.S. national security interest and Congress is notified 14 days before each renewal.

Key points:

• Who is affected: Taiwan and U.S. agencies that handle foreign military sales and support.
• What changes: Faster, more streamlined review and support for Taiwan’s defense needs, with Taiwan treated like close U.S. allies for certain arms‑sale rules; Congress expresses support for including Taiwan in the “NATO Plus” group for arms‑sale considerations .
• When: The special treatment lasts five years from enactment, with possible five‑year renewals by the Secretary of State if it serves U.S. security and Congress is notified ahead of time.