立法院韓國瑜院長接見「『美台商業協會』國防及航太產業訪問團」一行 韓國瑜：盼台美共同強化供應鏈安全及維護區域和平與穩定 Legislative Yuan President Daniel K.Y. Han receives a defense and aerospace industrial delegation from the U.S.-Taiwan Business Council; President Han: It is hoped that Taiwan and the U.S. will jointly strengthen supply chain security and maintain regional peace and stability
立法院韓國瑜院長於本（5月28）日上午，在中國國民黨葛如鈞委員、民主進步黨鍾佳濱委員、台灣民眾黨王安祥委員等人陪同下，接見「『美台商業協會』國防及航太產業訪問團」一行37人，該團由前美國太平洋陸軍司令弗林（Charles Flynn）上將及韓儒伯（Rupert Hammond-Chambers）會長率領訪台。
On the morning of May 28, President Daniel K.Y. Han of the Legislative Yuan received a 37-member delegation from the U.S.-Taiwan Business Council (USTBC), comprising representatives from the defense and aerospace industries. The delegation was led by General (Ret.) Charles Flynn, former commanding general of the United States Army Pacific, and Mr. Rupert Hammond-Chambers, President of the USTBC. Also in attendance were KMT Legislator Dr. Ko Ju-Chun, DPP Legislator Chung Chia-Pin, and TPP Legislator Dr. Wang An-Hsiang.
韓院長首先代表立法院誠摯歡迎訪團來台，並感謝弗林將軍及韓儒伯會長長期對台灣安全及台美關係之支持。韓院長表示，當前國際局勢動盪，全球多處地區面臨衝突與戰爭風險，台美共享自由、民主、法治等核心價值，在供應鏈安全及印太區域穩定方面更有共同責任與合作基礎。韓院長表示，立法院刻正積極推動並加速完成相關法制與預算程序，以支持國家防衛需求。立法院已於5月8日通過總額250億美元之《保衛國家安全及強化不對稱戰力計畫採購特別條例》，強化台灣國防韌性與不對稱作戰能力，相關預算並預計於明（29）日完成審議；此外，亦積極推動中央政府總預算的審查。
President Han opened the meeting by extending a cordial welcome to the delegation on behalf of the Legislative Yuan and expressing his gratitude to General Flynn and President Hammond-Chambers for their long-standing support of Taiwan’s security and Taiwan-U.S. relations. President Han noted that in the midst of global upheavals, many parts of the world are facing the risk of conflict and war. He remarked that with core values in common such as freedom, democracy, and the rule of law, Taiwan and the U.S. have a shared responsibility and a strong foundation for collaboration in maintaining supply chain security and the stability of the Indo-Pacific. President Han reaffirmed that the Legislative Yuan is actively promoting and accelerating the passage of defense-related bills and budgets in order to fulfill Taiwan’s defense needs. He stated that on May 8 the Legislative Yuan passed the Special Act on Safeguarding National Security and Strengthening Asymmetric Warfare Capabilities Procurement, with a total budget of US$ 25 billion intended to bolster Taiwan’s defense resilience and asymmetric combat capabilities. He added that the examination process for the corresponding budgets is scheduled for completion tomorrow (May 29). Furthermore, he noted that the Yuan will actively support efforts to expedite the deliberation process for the central government’s general budget.
韓院長續稱，台灣幅員不大，實力經常被國際社會低估。他以「水煮蛋」比喻台灣，形容台灣雖小卻擁有豐富且多元的產業生態。韓院長並列舉台灣具全球競爭力之四大領域，包括半導體與晶片製造、醫療與健保制度、傳統製造業實力，以及引以為傲的民主制度。其中，高階晶片產能占全球約九成，顯示台灣在全球高科技供應鏈中扮演關鍵角色。韓院長另向訪團介紹立法院採一院制，共有113席立法委員，由中國國民黨、民主進步黨及台灣民眾黨三黨共同運作，所有法律及預算均須由三黨共同推動。韓院長並期盼台美雙方未來持續深化交流，以熱情與友誼增進夥伴關係。
President Han went on to emphasize that, as a small nation, Taiwan’s strengths and capabilities are often underappreciated. He compared Taiwan to a “boiled egg”—small in size, yet teeming with a rich and diverse industrial ecosystem. President Han highlighted four key areas where Taiwan enjoys global competitiveness: semiconductor and chip-making, healthcare and the National Health Insurance system, high-quality traditional manufacturing, and a proudly upheld democratic system. In particular, Taiwan accounts for approximately 90% of the global production of advanced chips, underscoring the nation’s pivotal role in the global high-tech supply chain. President Han further explained to the delegation that the Legislative Yuan operates under a unicameral system comprising 113 legislators from three major political parties: the Kuomintang (KMT), the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), and the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP). He noted that the passage of bills and budgets relies on building cross-party consensus. In closing, President Han expressed his hope that Taiwan and the U.S. will continue to deepen exchanges and to enhance the partnership with a shared spirit of enthusiasm and friendship.
團長弗林上將感謝韓院長及立法院的熱情接待，並表示訪團此行除與立法院交流外，也已拜會台灣多個政府部會，深入了解台灣產業及國防發展情形。弗林上將指出，人工智慧（AI）技術已不僅影響產業發展，更深刻改變現代戰爭型態，因此此行特別關注AI、半導體、晶片及不對稱作戰等議題。他並提及曾兩度參訪台積電在美國的廠房，認為台積電不僅是全球重要半導體製造企業，更持續引領全球科技產業發展。弗林上將重申，其長期支持台灣強化自我防衛能力，因為台灣安全不僅涉及主權，更關係到區域和平穩定。
As the leader of the delegation, General Flynn thanked President Han and the Legislative Yuan for their hospitality and mentioned that, in addition to the Legislative Yuan, the delegation had also met with several government agencies to gain a deeper understanding of Taiwan’s industrial landscape and national defense developments. General Flynn observed that artificial intelligence (AI) technology has not only affected industrial development but has also reshaped modern warfare, which is why the delegation has prioritized areas such as AI, semiconductors, chips, and asymmetric warfare during this visit. He shared that he had twice visited the semiconductor foundries of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) in the U.S. and that he believed TSMC plays a critical role as a global semiconductor manufacturer as well as a leader in the global technology industry. General Flynn reiterated that his long-standing support for Taiwan’s effort to reinforce its self-defense capabilities is because Taiwan’s security pertains not only to its own sovereignty, but also to regional peace and stability.
交流期間，葛如鈞委員針對生成式AI及科技主權等議題回應表示，立法院已於去（114）年通過《人工智慧基本法》，以創新與研發為主要方向，並推動政府成立國家級AI發展委員會，積極規劃資料治理與算力中心建設。他指出，若無完善資料治理，即難以建立真正AI主權，因此台灣未來將持續與國際企業合作，深化AI軟硬體及資料中心發展。針對訪賓詢問有關我國發展主權基金的看法，他表示，目前本院三個主要政黨均支持推動主權基金，並以政府早期投資成立台積電為例，說明政府與民間共同投資對產業發展之重要性。又立法院近年持續增加對國家太空中心及相關太空科技之預算支持，並期待與國際企業深化合作。
During the bilateral discussions, Legislator Ko responded to issues regarding generative AI and technological sovereignty by highlighting the passage of the Artificial Intelligence Basic Act in 2025, which centers around promoting innovation and R&D, establishing a national-level AI development committee, planning data governance, and building data centers. He indicated that true AI sovereignty is hard to achieve without robust data governance, and this is why Taiwan will continue to partner with international companies in the development of AI-driven software, hardware, and data centers. Regarding the delegation’s inquiry about sovereign wealth funds (SWFs), he emphasized that the three major party caucuses are all supportive of establishing an SWF for Taiwan. He then cited the government’s role in the founding of TSMC as an example to illustrate the importance of joint public-private investment in the early development stages of an industry. Furthermore, he mentioned that the Legislative Yuan’s increased budgetary support for the Taiwan Space Agency and space technologies will foster deeper and more vibrant cooperation with international companies.
鍾佳濱委員表示其在本屆國會分別成立「臺灣與亞太國會無人載具聯盟」及「臺灣與亞太國會太空聯盟」並擔任會長，盼透過國會平台深化台灣與亞太各國在無人載具、太空科技及國防產業等領域之交流合作。他亦分享台灣無人機及無人載具產業發展情形，表示近年俄烏戰爭顯示無人機於現代戰場的重要性，而台灣除軍方外，包括關鍵基礎設施產業亦已逐步導入無人機與機器人進行巡檢。目前無人載具已大量導入AI自主導控技術，未來發展潛力龐大。鍾委員並指出，他甫提出為期5年、總額180億美元之《無人載具產業創建特別條例》草案，希望透過經濟部主導、結合台美民間產業合作，以加速台灣無人載具及相關產業發展。
Legislator Chung stressed that during this legislative term, he founded and serves as the chair of both the Trans-Pacific Unmanned Vehicle Parliamentary Alliance (TUVPA) and the Trans-Pacific Aerospace Parliamentary Alliance (TAPA). He expressed his hope that the Legislative Yuan would become a platform for Taiwan to advance its exchanges and cooperation with Asia Pacific countries in the fields of unmanned vehicles, aerospace technologies, and the defense industry. He also shared information on the recent developments of the drone and unmanned vehicle industries in Taiwan, noting that drones have played an increasingly pivotal role on modern battlefields, as evidenced by the Russia-Ukraine war. He remarked that besides the military sector, the critical infrastructure industries are also gradually adopting the use of drones and robots for routine inspections. With the widespread integration of AI-driven autonomous technologies, he expressed confidence that there will be enormous potential for unmanned vehicles in the future. Legislator Chung also pointed out that he has recently submitted a draft bill for the Special Statute on Establishing the Unmanned Vehicle Industry, proposing a five-year, US$18 billion budget. He expressed his hope that with a legal framework in place and under the leadership of the Ministry of Economic Affairs, joint private-sector collaboration between Taiwan and the U.S. will be fostered to expedite growth across drone-related industries in Taiwan.
王安祥委員則表示，其身為本院「外交及國防委員會」委員，關注國防安全、區域情勢及台美安全合作等議題，盼持續深化與理念相近國家間之交流合作。對於有關我國成立主權基金之相關議題，他指出其所屬之台灣民眾黨於2024年總統大選期間即曾提出設立台灣主權基金之主張，盼未來能將相關資金投入國防、半導體及AI等關鍵產業發展。他指出，若能明確建立國家產業方向，台灣在軟硬體領域皆具備相當發展潛力，並期待未來在現有基礎上與美方展開更多合作。
Legislator Wang emphasized that, as a member of the Foreign Affairs and National Defense Committee, he pays close attention to issues regarding defense and security, regional dynamics, and Taiwan-U.S. security cooperation. He hopes Taiwan will continue deepening exchanges and engagement with like-minded countries. In response to the inquiry about Taiwan’s SWF, he reiterated that the TPP had proposed the establishment of an SWF for Taiwan during the presidential election in 2024 and that he hopes the fund will be allocated to key sectors, including national defense, semiconductors, and AI. He indicated that a clearer path for the industry will unlock enormous potential for Taiwan’s development in both software and hardware. He also stated his expectation that further cooperation between Taiwan and the U.S. will be expanded on existing foundations.
會談歷時50分鐘，在致贈紀念品後圓滿結束。（2026/05/28）
The meeting lasted for 50 minutes and concluded successfully with an exchange of commemorative gifts. (2026/05/28)
On the morning of May 28, President Daniel K.Y. Han of the Legislative Yuan received a 37-member delegation from the U.S.-Taiwan Business Council (USTBC), comprising representatives from the defense and aerospace industries. The delegation was led by General (Ret.) Charles Flynn, former commanding general of the United States Army Pacific, and Mr. Rupert Hammond-Chambers, President of the USTBC. Also in attendance were KMT Legislator Dr. Ko Ju-Chun, DPP Legislator Chung Chia-Pin, and TPP Legislator Dr. Wang An-Hsiang.
韓院長首先代表立法院誠摯歡迎訪團來台，並感謝弗林將軍及韓儒伯會長長期對台灣安全及台美關係之支持。韓院長表示，當前國際局勢動盪，全球多處地區面臨衝突與戰爭風險，台美共享自由、民主、法治等核心價值，在供應鏈安全及印太區域穩定方面更有共同責任與合作基礎。韓院長表示，立法院刻正積極推動並加速完成相關法制與預算程序，以支持國家防衛需求。立法院已於5月8日通過總額250億美元之《保衛國家安全及強化不對稱戰力計畫採購特別條例》，強化台灣國防韌性與不對稱作戰能力，相關預算並預計於明（29）日完成審議；此外，亦積極推動中央政府總預算的審查。
President Han opened the meeting by extending a cordial welcome to the delegation on behalf of the Legislative Yuan and expressing his gratitude to General Flynn and President Hammond-Chambers for their long-standing support of Taiwan’s security and Taiwan-U.S. relations. President Han noted that in the midst of global upheavals, many parts of the world are facing the risk of conflict and war. He remarked that with core values in common such as freedom, democracy, and the rule of law, Taiwan and the U.S. have a shared responsibility and a strong foundation for collaboration in maintaining supply chain security and the stability of the Indo-Pacific. President Han reaffirmed that the Legislative Yuan is actively promoting and accelerating the passage of defense-related bills and budgets in order to fulfill Taiwan’s defense needs. He stated that on May 8 the Legislative Yuan passed the Special Act on Safeguarding National Security and Strengthening Asymmetric Warfare Capabilities Procurement, with a total budget of US$ 25 billion intended to bolster Taiwan’s defense resilience and asymmetric combat capabilities. He added that the examination process for the corresponding budgets is scheduled for completion tomorrow (May 29). Furthermore, he noted that the Yuan will actively support efforts to expedite the deliberation process for the central government’s general budget.
韓院長續稱，台灣幅員不大，實力經常被國際社會低估。他以「水煮蛋」比喻台灣，形容台灣雖小卻擁有豐富且多元的產業生態。韓院長並列舉台灣具全球競爭力之四大領域，包括半導體與晶片製造、醫療與健保制度、傳統製造業實力，以及引以為傲的民主制度。其中，高階晶片產能占全球約九成，顯示台灣在全球高科技供應鏈中扮演關鍵角色。韓院長另向訪團介紹立法院採一院制，共有113席立法委員，由中國國民黨、民主進步黨及台灣民眾黨三黨共同運作，所有法律及預算均須由三黨共同推動。韓院長並期盼台美雙方未來持續深化交流，以熱情與友誼增進夥伴關係。
President Han went on to emphasize that, as a small nation, Taiwan’s strengths and capabilities are often underappreciated. He compared Taiwan to a “boiled egg”—small in size, yet teeming with a rich and diverse industrial ecosystem. President Han highlighted four key areas where Taiwan enjoys global competitiveness: semiconductor and chip-making, healthcare and the National Health Insurance system, high-quality traditional manufacturing, and a proudly upheld democratic system. In particular, Taiwan accounts for approximately 90% of the global production of advanced chips, underscoring the nation’s pivotal role in the global high-tech supply chain. President Han further explained to the delegation that the Legislative Yuan operates under a unicameral system comprising 113 legislators from three major political parties: the Kuomintang (KMT), the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), and the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP). He noted that the passage of bills and budgets relies on building cross-party consensus. In closing, President Han expressed his hope that Taiwan and the U.S. will continue to deepen exchanges and to enhance the partnership with a shared spirit of enthusiasm and friendship.
團長弗林上將感謝韓院長及立法院的熱情接待，並表示訪團此行除與立法院交流外，也已拜會台灣多個政府部會，深入了解台灣產業及國防發展情形。弗林上將指出，人工智慧（AI）技術已不僅影響產業發展，更深刻改變現代戰爭型態，因此此行特別關注AI、半導體、晶片及不對稱作戰等議題。他並提及曾兩度參訪台積電在美國的廠房，認為台積電不僅是全球重要半導體製造企業，更持續引領全球科技產業發展。弗林上將重申，其長期支持台灣強化自我防衛能力，因為台灣安全不僅涉及主權，更關係到區域和平穩定。
As the leader of the delegation, General Flynn thanked President Han and the Legislative Yuan for their hospitality and mentioned that, in addition to the Legislative Yuan, the delegation had also met with several government agencies to gain a deeper understanding of Taiwan’s industrial landscape and national defense developments. General Flynn observed that artificial intelligence (AI) technology has not only affected industrial development but has also reshaped modern warfare, which is why the delegation has prioritized areas such as AI, semiconductors, chips, and asymmetric warfare during this visit. He shared that he had twice visited the semiconductor foundries of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) in the U.S. and that he believed TSMC plays a critical role as a global semiconductor manufacturer as well as a leader in the global technology industry. General Flynn reiterated that his long-standing support for Taiwan’s effort to reinforce its self-defense capabilities is because Taiwan’s security pertains not only to its own sovereignty, but also to regional peace and stability.
交流期間，葛如鈞委員針對生成式AI及科技主權等議題回應表示，立法院已於去（114）年通過《人工智慧基本法》，以創新與研發為主要方向，並推動政府成立國家級AI發展委員會，積極規劃資料治理與算力中心建設。他指出，若無完善資料治理，即難以建立真正AI主權，因此台灣未來將持續與國際企業合作，深化AI軟硬體及資料中心發展。針對訪賓詢問有關我國發展主權基金的看法，他表示，目前本院三個主要政黨均支持推動主權基金，並以政府早期投資成立台積電為例，說明政府與民間共同投資對產業發展之重要性。又立法院近年持續增加對國家太空中心及相關太空科技之預算支持，並期待與國際企業深化合作。
During the bilateral discussions, Legislator Ko responded to issues regarding generative AI and technological sovereignty by highlighting the passage of the Artificial Intelligence Basic Act in 2025, which centers around promoting innovation and R&D, establishing a national-level AI development committee, planning data governance, and building data centers. He indicated that true AI sovereignty is hard to achieve without robust data governance, and this is why Taiwan will continue to partner with international companies in the development of AI-driven software, hardware, and data centers. Regarding the delegation’s inquiry about sovereign wealth funds (SWFs), he emphasized that the three major party caucuses are all supportive of establishing an SWF for Taiwan. He then cited the government’s role in the founding of TSMC as an example to illustrate the importance of joint public-private investment in the early development stages of an industry. Furthermore, he mentioned that the Legislative Yuan’s increased budgetary support for the Taiwan Space Agency and space technologies will foster deeper and more vibrant cooperation with international companies.
鍾佳濱委員表示其在本屆國會分別成立「臺灣與亞太國會無人載具聯盟」及「臺灣與亞太國會太空聯盟」並擔任會長，盼透過國會平台深化台灣與亞太各國在無人載具、太空科技及國防產業等領域之交流合作。他亦分享台灣無人機及無人載具產業發展情形，表示近年俄烏戰爭顯示無人機於現代戰場的重要性，而台灣除軍方外，包括關鍵基礎設施產業亦已逐步導入無人機與機器人進行巡檢。目前無人載具已大量導入AI自主導控技術，未來發展潛力龐大。鍾委員並指出，他甫提出為期5年、總額180億美元之《無人載具產業創建特別條例》草案，希望透過經濟部主導、結合台美民間產業合作，以加速台灣無人載具及相關產業發展。
Legislator Chung stressed that during this legislative term, he founded and serves as the chair of both the Trans-Pacific Unmanned Vehicle Parliamentary Alliance (TUVPA) and the Trans-Pacific Aerospace Parliamentary Alliance (TAPA). He expressed his hope that the Legislative Yuan would become a platform for Taiwan to advance its exchanges and cooperation with Asia Pacific countries in the fields of unmanned vehicles, aerospace technologies, and the defense industry. He also shared information on the recent developments of the drone and unmanned vehicle industries in Taiwan, noting that drones have played an increasingly pivotal role on modern battlefields, as evidenced by the Russia-Ukraine war. He remarked that besides the military sector, the critical infrastructure industries are also gradually adopting the use of drones and robots for routine inspections. With the widespread integration of AI-driven autonomous technologies, he expressed confidence that there will be enormous potential for unmanned vehicles in the future. Legislator Chung also pointed out that he has recently submitted a draft bill for the Special Statute on Establishing the Unmanned Vehicle Industry, proposing a five-year, US$18 billion budget. He expressed his hope that with a legal framework in place and under the leadership of the Ministry of Economic Affairs, joint private-sector collaboration between Taiwan and the U.S. will be fostered to expedite growth across drone-related industries in Taiwan.
王安祥委員則表示，其身為本院「外交及國防委員會」委員，關注國防安全、區域情勢及台美安全合作等議題，盼持續深化與理念相近國家間之交流合作。對於有關我國成立主權基金之相關議題，他指出其所屬之台灣民眾黨於2024年總統大選期間即曾提出設立台灣主權基金之主張，盼未來能將相關資金投入國防、半導體及AI等關鍵產業發展。他指出，若能明確建立國家產業方向，台灣在軟硬體領域皆具備相當發展潛力，並期待未來在現有基礎上與美方展開更多合作。
Legislator Wang emphasized that, as a member of the Foreign Affairs and National Defense Committee, he pays close attention to issues regarding defense and security, regional dynamics, and Taiwan-U.S. security cooperation. He hopes Taiwan will continue deepening exchanges and engagement with like-minded countries. In response to the inquiry about Taiwan’s SWF, he reiterated that the TPP had proposed the establishment of an SWF for Taiwan during the presidential election in 2024 and that he hopes the fund will be allocated to key sectors, including national defense, semiconductors, and AI. He indicated that a clearer path for the industry will unlock enormous potential for Taiwan’s development in both software and hardware. He also stated his expectation that further cooperation between Taiwan and the U.S. will be expanded on existing foundations.
會談歷時50分鐘，在致贈紀念品後圓滿結束。（2026/05/28）
The meeting lasted for 50 minutes and concluded successfully with an exchange of commemorative gifts. (2026/05/28)