Ambassador Alexander Yui, the United States’ chief representative in Taipei, has called for immediate legislative action by Congress to bolster Taiwan’s defense and economic ties with the U.S. The ambassador urged lawmakers to fast-track the delivery of military equipment and move forward with the stalled double taxation agreement, a key measure to incentivize cross-border investments. He expressed concerns over China’s growing military assertiveness in the Taiwan Strait, highlighting the need for the U.S. to support Taiwan’s defense efforts and economic integration.