Achievements

In November 2024, Idaho Governor Brad Little led an industrial delegation to Taiwan to deepen bilateral cooperation in the field of AI robotics. On November 4, under the support of TUSA (Taiwan-U.S. Industrial Cooperation Promotion Office), the "Taiwan-U.S. AI Robotics Industry Collaboration Showcase: Welding the Future, Connecting the World" was held.

The event was headlined by TM Robot CEO Chen Shang-Hao and AMET President Don Schwemmer, and featured special guests including Lin Te-Sheng, Secretary-General of the Industrial Development Administration (IDA), Governor Brad Little, Commercial Officer Christopher Kavanagh from the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), and Jeff Lin, Executive Director of the TUSA Office.

At the showcase, TM Robot and AMET unveiled a jointly developed prototype of an AI-powered collaborative welding robot. This robot integrates visual recognition and intelligent welding technologies, highlighting Taiwan and the U.S.'s joint capabilities in smart manufacturing and applied R&D.

The event drew significant interest from the automation and welding industries, with 47 representatives in attendance from companies and institutions such as Aerospace Industrial Development Corporation (AIDC), China Steel Structure, China Steel Machinery, CSBC Corporation, Taiwan, Chun-Yi, Metal Industries Research & Development Centre (MIRDC), and Chen-Sheng Technology.

Following the event, a networking dinner with the AMET delegation further promoted in-depth industry engagement and opened doors to potential collaborations in precision welding and automation solutions. TUSA will continue fostering connections across the AI robotics supply chain and support global expansion, strengthening Taiwan-U.S. technological partnership and mutual industrial growth.

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon led a business delegation to Taiwan from April 19–22, marking his first official visit. Highlighting Taiwan as Wyoming’s 8th largest export market in Asia, Governor Gordon expressed hopes for deeper cooperation in key areas such as quantum technology.

On April 21, with TUSA’s support, the delegation visited the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) for a technology exchange. Governor Gordon noted Wyoming’s strength in quantum and high-performance computing and its potential synergy with Taiwan’s advanced hardware manufacturing.

On April 22, the Wyoming Energy Authority, University of Wyoming, and the Taiwan Quantum Computer and Information Technology Association signed an MOU on quantum industry cooperation. Witnessed by representatives from all parties, the agreement sets a foundation for cross-border innovation. TUSA will continue integrating resources to support quantum industry growth and enhance Taiwan–U.S. tech ties.

On March 20, 2025, the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), in collaboration with the Taiwan–U.S. Industrial Cooperation Promotion Office (TUSA), hosted the “U.S. Microelectronics Commons Seminar – Drone Supply Chain” at the Humble House Hotel in Taipei. The event highlighted opportunities for Taiwan–U.S. collaboration in microelectronics and drone technologies.

The seminar introduced the U.S. Department of Defense’s Microelectronics Commons program, supported by the CHIPS and Science Act. The initiative aims to strengthen the domestic microelectronics supply chain and accelerate R&D in materials, equipment, and prototyping.

Key discussions featured U.S. innovation hubs such as the Northwest AI Hub, SWAP, and centers in Kansas, Virginia, Oklahoma, and Los Angeles. Other highlights included ecosystem insights from Xponential (The Autonomy Trade Show), SelectUSA, TEDIBOA, and the Defense Innovation Unit’s strategies for advancing drone sector innovation.Deloitte also presented investment and tax considerations for foreign companies entering the U.S. market, offering valuable guidance for Taiwanese firms.

TUSA will continue supporting local industries by connecting them with U.S. innovation platforms and advancing cross-border supply chain partnerships in emerging technologies.

On September 30, the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) hosted the "2024 Taiwan-Oklahoma UAV Industry Cooperation MOU Signing Ceremony." The event marked the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Taiwan Excellence Drone International Business Opportunity Alliance (TEDIBOA) and the Oklahoma Defense Industry Association (ODIA). The signing was witnessed by Mr. Chih-Ching Yang, Director General of the Industrial Development Administration (IDA), MOEA, and Mr. Ken McQueen, Secretary of Energy and Environment of the State of Oklahoma. The agreement aims to enhance bilateral cooperation in UAV supply chains and strategic partnerships.

Representatives from the MOEA, the Oklahoma government, six industry associations from Taiwan’s defense and aerospace sectors, and 15 Taiwanese companies attended the event. The initiative seeks to expand collaboration from organization-to-organization to broader industry-level cooperation.

Director General Yang emphasized the growing importance of UAVs in both defense and commercial applications. Taiwan’s UAV sector is backed by strong capabilities in design, manufacturing, and integrated systems, and has established the Asia UAV AI Innovation R&D Center in Chiayi. The MOEA will continue supporting international expansion efforts and aims to position Taiwan as the hub for democratic UAV supply chains in Asia.

Secretary McQueen noted that UAVs are one of Oklahoma’s fastest-growing industries, supported by a robust ecosystem of R&D, manufacturing, and application, along with excellent testing airspace. He expressed hope for stronger complementary cooperation with Taiwan.

TEDIBOA Chairman Mr. Kai-Hung Hu added that the alliance, established under MOEA’s initiative, will serve as a key contact point for international partners seeking collaboration with Taiwan’s UAV sector. He expressed optimism about working with Oklahoma to advance UAV technology, marketing, and business opportunities on the global stage.

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