The U.S. Capitol building in Washington on Feb. 4, 2026. (Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times)
BREAKING: In a decisive move, the U.S. House of Representatives has just approved the PROTECT Taiwan Act in a significant bipartisan vote of 395–2. This urgent legislation escalates the economic stakes for Beijing as tensions rise over Taiwan. The vote occurred on February 9, 2023, amid escalating military threats from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
This newly passed act mandates that the United States advocate for China’s exclusion from major international financial institutions if Beijing engages in actions that jeopardize Taiwan’s security or political integrity. This legislative step underscores a growing consensus in Washington that measures against China’s aggression must extend beyond military support to include financial repercussions.
The bill is now headed to the Senate for further consideration. If it passes there and is signed by President Donald Trump, it will formalize a strategy aimed at economically deterring the CCP’s aggressive posturing towards Taiwan.
Analysts indicate that the implications of this act could be profound, potentially reshaping the economic landscape as it relates to international relations. The bipartisan support reflects an urgent recognition of the need for robust deterrence strategies against potential threats to Taiwan.
As the situation continues to develop, the focus now shifts to the Senate, where the outcome could significantly impact U.S.-China relations and the region’s geopolitical stability.
Stay tuned for further updates on this critical issue as it unfolds. The stakes are high, and the world is watching closely.
