Congresswoman Young Kim announced on May 7 the introduction of the Deter PRC Aggression Against Taiwan Act, which aims to prepare a coordinated sanctions strategy should the Chinese Communist Party move to take physical or political control of Taiwan.
The legislation seeks to establish an interagency task force, referred to as a “Tiger Team,” that would evaluate current and new sanctions authorities, identify potential targets for sanctions within China, and enhance economic coordination with allied nations. The purpose is to strengthen deterrence against any aggressive actions toward Taiwan.
“Xi Jinping has directed the People’s Liberation Army to be ready to invade Taiwan by 2027. China has a plan. America should have one too,” said Rep. Young Kim. “Deterrence only works if our adversaries know we are prepared to act decisively. This bill sends a clear message to Beijing: any move against Taiwan will come with swift, coordinated, and devastating economic consequences.”
Representative Olszewski said, “China’s aggression threatens not just Taiwan, but the broader stability of the Indo-Pacific. I’m proud to co-lead this bill to ensure the United States is ready with a coordinated and effective response if Beijing uses force against Taiwan. The best way to prevent conflict is to be fully prepared before it starts.”
The proposed task force would be led by the State Department and Treasury Department and tasked with identifying entities linked with China for possible sanctions in case of an invasion of Taiwan; preparing strategies for economic responses; aligning planning efforts with U.S. allies; assessing gaps in current sanction enforcement; developing tools for mitigating unintended harm on American businesses; and providing recommendations for improving readiness.
Young Kim is currently serving in Congress representing California’s 40th district after replacing Gil Cisneros in 2021, according to her official website. She previously served in the California State Assembly from 2014 through 2016 and graduated from the University of Southern California in 1985.
