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US Congress welcomes Taiwan's parliamentary leader to Washington, affirms support for the island
By Didi Tang, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 25, 2026
· 4 min read
Members of the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday pledged firm support for the self-governed island of Taiwan as they welcomed Han Kuo-yu, president of Taiwan's Legislative Yuan, to Washington, at a time the Trump administration is reviewing a $14 billion arms sales package to Taiwan, mon...
Key takeaway More than 30 House representatives, both Democratic and Republican, streamed into the reception at the Longworth House Office Building to show their support, including Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, D.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The show of support for Taiwan by US Congress members, including Texas Republican Rep. Michael McCaul, has implications for the local economy in Alamo Heights and the broader San Antonio area. As a major hub for technology and manufacturing, San Antonio's ties to Taiwan are significant, particularly through companies like Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., which is investing in the region. The $14 billion arms sales package to Taiwan, currently under review, could have a ripple effect on local businesses and industries that supply or partner with the defense sector. Furthermore, the bipartisan backing for Taiwan in Washington suggests that San Antonio's congressional representatives will continue to play a key role in shaping US policy towards the island, which could impact the city's economic and cultural exchanges with Taiwan in the future. As the US-China relationship continues to evolve, Alamo Heights residents and businesses will be watching closely to see how these developments affect local interests.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Members of the U.S. House of Representatives on Wednesday pledged firm support for the self-governed island of Taiwan as they welcomed Han Kuo-yu, president of Taiwan's Legislative Yuan, to Washington, at a time the Trump administration is reviewing a $14 billion arms sales package to Taiwan, mon...
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