White House Confirms US Sending Delegation to Taiwan After Elections

NSC spokesperson says face-to-face unofficial delegations are the most ‘effective’ way to ensure both nations are communicating effectively.

A man votes in local elections amid tensions with China, in New Taipei City, Taiwan, on Nov. 26, 2022. Annabelle Chih/Getty Images

The United States will send an unofficial delegation to Taiwan after the self-ruling island nation holds its presidential and parliamentary election on Jan. 13, according to a White House official.

Kathleen Waters, the deputy spokesperson for the National Security Council (NSC), confirmed the Biden administration’s plans during a call with reporters on Jan. 10.