In order to disincentivize remaining countries to switch recognition away from Taiwan, and to allow the island greater participation in international organizations, the TAIPEI Act was conceived.

Provisions of the TAIPEI Act state that the U.S. should:[4] Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi underlined the bipartisan support that helped pass the act and stated that it "celebrates and supports Taiwan’s commitment to democracy, by preserving and promoting its position on the international stage.

"[5] After the U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed the act, Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen expressed thanks and said that "her country will continue to work with the U.S. to contribute to the peaceful and stable development of the Indo-Pacific Region.

"[6] China opposed the passing of the act, calling the move a severe violation of the one-China principle and the three China-U.S. joint communiques.

It reiterated its stance that China has long been opposed to any form of official exchanges between Taiwan and the United States.