H.R. 6262: Taiwan Interpol Endorsement and Inclusion Act

The Taiwan Interpol Endorsement and Inclusion Act (H.R. 6262) aims to support Taiwan's inclusion in the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol). The bill outlines various provisions related to Taiwan's participation in international policing efforts.

Findings

The bill includes several findings about the significance of Taiwan in promoting global peace and stability. It emphasizes:

• Taiwan's contributions to international peacekeeping and pandemic response.
• The importance of timely information sharing among police organizations across nations for combating crime.
• That Taiwan was a full member of Interpol until 1984 when it lost its membership due to the People's Republic of China's (PRC) membership.
• Taiwan's inability to access vital Interpol resources, such as real-time information on criminal activities, which has implications for global crime-fighting efforts.

Policy Statement

The bill sets forth a policy for the United States to:

• Advocate for Taiwan's membership in international organizations, including Interpol.
• Instruct U.S. representatives in international organizations to support Taiwan's inclusion.
• Encourage the President to include Taiwan's inclusion in discussions with the PRC as part of diplomatic engagements.

Secretary of State's Responsibilities

The Secretary of State is tasked with developing a strategy that includes:

• Working towards Taiwan's membership in Interpol and facilitating its participation in police-related meetings and activities.
• Encouraging cooperation and information sharing between U.S. and Taiwan police authorities.
• Involving Taiwan in Interpol events and fostering its diplomatic and economic ties in the Indo-Pacific region.
• Formally requesting Interpol membership for Taiwan and advocating for support from other member states.

Reporting Requirements

The bill mandates the Secretary of State to report to Congress within 90 days of its enactment, outlining:

• Efforts made to encourage support for Taiwan's membership from other countries.
• Actions planned to secure Taiwan's observer or membership status in Interpol and other relevant organizations.

Additionally, the U.S. National Central Bureau (Interpol Washington) is required to submit a report on threats to Taiwan's criminal intelligence stemming from its current non-member and non-observer status in Interpol.

Conclusion

This bill emphasizes the United States' support for Taiwan in international policing efforts and aims to enhance Taiwan's engagement with global criminal justice systems through active advocacy and strategic collaboration.

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