Taiwan-U.S. Policy Program

This ambitious program educates and informs mid-level experts (ages 28-43) about Taiwan and U.S.-Taiwan relations

TUPP consists of two consecutive programs, including seminars in Washington, D.C. and a research trip to Taiwan. The CSIS China Power Project ran the TUPP program through 2020.

TUPP is a groundbreaking two-week program that enhances the understanding of Taiwan among future American policy leaders. It provides a unique opportunity for America’s emerging leaders to gain the necessary personal experiences in Taiwan that will enable them to appreciate Taiwan’s perspectives on cross-Strait matters, Taiwan’s role in the world, and the importance of U.S.-Taiwan relations.

Each year, the program begins with 3 days in Washington, D.C. where the delegation is briefed by U.S. officials, academics, and think tank experts. This is followed by the Taiwan leg of the trip, where TUPP fellows visit several cities and meet with a range of individuals from government, business, non-governmental organizations, and academia. The trip involves exposure to Taiwan’s culture, history, and politics.

Taiwan-U.S. Policy Program

TUPP fellows are expected to have a demonstrated history of professional achievement and interest in policy. Applicants should be between 28 and 43 years old, and have functional and/or regional expertise. Stipends are not provided, but all program related expenses are covered.

The program offers an unparalleled opportunity for America’s future policy leaders to benefit from exposure to Taiwan. Each participant will gain transformative in-country knowledge that will empower them to analyze future challenges involving Taiwan and undertake informed policy analysis.

Funding for TUPP is generously provided by the Henry Luce Foundation, the Taiwan Foundation for Democracy, the Global Taiwan Institute, and the London School of Economics Alumni Association.
 

Eligibility:

  • Minimum of a Master's degree
  • Minimum of three years of work experience in a think tank, government agency, or university
  • Do not need to be specifically China/Taiwan or regional experts
  • Should have either never been to Taiwan, or only traveled to Taiwan on vacation or to attend a conference
  • Do not need to reside in Washington, D.C.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident
  • Regrettably, we cannot accept applications from active duty military or individuals currently employed by the U.S. Government.


Commitment:

Fellows will be expected to commit to the full two-week program in Washington and Taiwan. All fellows will be required to write a short article on a topic related to U.S. policy toward Taiwan upon conclusion of the program.

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Perspectives on Taiwan: Insights from the 2019 Taiwan-U.S. Policy Program

The papers in this compendium were written by the nine members of the 2019 TUPP delegation. Each participant was asked to reflect on their in-country experience and produce a short article analyzing a policy issue related to Taiwan.

Report by Matthew P. Funaiole and Bonnie S. Glaser — January 9, 2020

Charting Convergence

In this report, CSIS's Bonnie Glaser and Matthew Funaiole explore the intersection of the U.S Free and Open Indo-Pacific strategy and Taiwan’s New Southbound Policy.

Report by Matthew P. Funaiole, Hunter Marston, and Bonnie S. Glaser — December 16, 2019

The Taiwan Relations Act at Forty and U.S.-Taiwan Relations

In observance of the 40th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act, this daylong public conference will feature analysis of the creation and implementation of the TRA, and how it continues to guide U.S.-Taiwan relations and interaction among Taiwan, China, and the United States.

Event — April 9, 2019

Perspectives on Taiwan

The papers in this compendium were written by the 10 members of the 2018 TUPP delegation. Each participant was asked to reflect on their in-country experience and produce a short article analyzing a policy issue related to Taiwan.

Report by Matthew P. Funaiole and Bonnie S. Glaser — March 28, 2019

Promoting U.S.-Taiwan Economic Ties in a Period of Uncertainty

Watch the Freeman Chair for a discussion on U.S.-Taiwan commercial relations, featuring Chuang Suo-Hang, Vice Chairman of the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), Taiwan’s leading regional trade promotion organization. 

Event — September 27, 2018

Perspectives on Taiwan

The papers in this compendium were written by the 10 members of the 2017 TUPP delegation. Each participant was asked to reflect on their in-country experience and produce a short article analyzing a policy issue related to Taiwan.

Report by Matthew P. Funaiole and Bonnie S. Glaser — March 12, 2018