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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 affiliate) — San Antonio
· 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 Terrell Hills News
The visit of Taiwan's parliamentary leader to Washington has significant implications for the San Antonio area, given the city's growing ties to the international tech industry. The presence of companies like Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. in nearby Phoenix, Arizona, highlights the importance of Taiwan to the US economy, particularly in the development of advanced chips. As a major city in the southern United States, San Antonio's own economic development and trade relationships may be influenced by the ongoing diplomatic efforts between the US and Taiwan. The $14 billion arms sales package to Taiwan, currently under review, also has implications for local defense industries and the many military personnel stationed in the San Antonio area. As the US Congress continues to affirm its support for Taiwan, residents of Terrell Hills and the broader San Antonio community should be aware of the potential economic and strategic repercussions of this developing relationship.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
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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