- 前半段為文章的英文版本 (The first half is the English version)
- 後半段為中文版本 (The second half is the Mandarin version)
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As current U.S. President Donald Trump pushes ahead with his “reciprocal tariff” policy, Taiwan and the United States have swiftly launched their first round of negotiations—successfully completed via video conference on April 11, 2025. In response, the Taiwanese government has appointed Jenny Yang, Minister without Portfolio and Chief Trade Negotiator, to lead the talks. Her appointment signals the gravity of the situation: a veteran commander brought back to lead a crucial battle.
A Seasoned Diplomat Returns to the Frontline
Jenny Yang brings over three decades of experience in international trade negotiations. A career diplomat who started in Taiwan’s Bureau of Foreign Trade, she has overseen both multilateral and bilateral negotiations and is deeply familiar with WTO rules, free trade agreements, and cross-border tech trade.
Yang played a key role in Taiwan’s accession to the WTO, helping navigate complex talks with countries demanding tough concessions. She later worked to prepare Taiwan’s CPTPP application, coordinating domestic legal adjustments and lobbying foreign governments. More recently, she has been central to the Taiwan-U.S. “Initiative on 21st-Century Trade,” covering issues like anti-corruption, digital trade, labor, and environmental standards.
She is well-versed in international political discourse and has built trust with U.S. counterparts over the years. Her return to the negotiation table is seen as both a strategic and reassuring move.
More Than a Negotiation—A Strategic Realignment
Trump’s new reciprocal tariffs could hit Taiwan’s exports to the U.S. with duties as high as 32%. While semiconductors are temporarily excluded, key industries like auto parts, machinery, hardware, and optoelectronics remain at risk. This negotiation isn’t just about exemptions—it’s about Taiwan’s standing in the global supply chain.
Taiwan’s delegation has proposed a zero-tariff baseline and is simultaneously working on expanded procurement, investment, and technology cooperation with the U.S., signaling a sincere and flexible approach to deepen bilateral trade.
Currently, both sides are operating under a 90-day tariff grace period. It is critical for Taiwan and the U.S. to accelerate the talks and strive to reach a consensus within the window—a move that could lead to a mutually beneficial outcome.
Trust in Expertise, Safeguard Taiwan’s Economic Lifeline
The ongoing Taiwan-U.S. tariff talks are not just an economic issue—they represent a strategic crossroads for the nation and the future of its industries. By appointing Jenny Yang to lead the negotiations, the Taiwanese government is demonstrating the importance it places on this pivotal dialogue, and its confidence in Yang’s extensive experience in international diplomacy and trade negotiations. Amid today’s turbulent global trade landscape, Taiwan hopes to weather the storm of reciprocal tariffs and hold firm its industrial lifeline and economic standing on the global stage.
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在美國總統川普強勢推動「對等關稅」政策之際，台美之間也迅速啟動了第一輪談判，並已於2025年4月11日完成第一輪視訊會談，進展順利。台灣政府這次請出政務委員兼經貿談判辦公室總談判代表——楊珍妮，擔任這場關稅談判的主帥，可說是「賦予重任、請出沙場老將」。
經貿談判一線老將再披戰袍
楊珍妮在國際經貿領域擁有超過三十年的深厚經歷，是台灣對外經貿談判場上的關鍵人物。她出身經濟部國貿局，長期負責多邊與雙邊談判業務，對WTO規則、自由貿易協定架構與跨境技術貿易談判流程都極為熟稔。
她曾是台灣加入WTO的談判骨幹之一，在面對各國堅持與貿易障礙時，以細膩的策略與專業知識，協助我方成功完成談判。此後，她也參與CPTPP（跨太平洋夥伴全面進展協定）入會準備工作，協調台灣內部法規調整、跨部會協商與對外游說，讓台灣有資格提出正式申請。
近年來，楊珍妮也主導台美「21世紀貿易倡議」進程，這項機制涵蓋反貪腐、數位貿易、勞工與環境規範，是近年雙邊最具制度性意涵的經貿合作平台。
她熟稔國際政治語境，也懂得如何與美方及其他夥伴國建立信任，因此常被外界形容為「台灣最資深的經貿談判專家」之一。這次在關稅談判中由她擔任總代表，可說是最穩妥也最具戰略意涵的安排。
不只談判，更是戰略布局
在川普版「對等關稅」下，台灣出口美國的產品可能面臨32%的高額關稅。雖然目前半導體暫未被列入名單，但汽車零組件、機械設備、五金、光電等產業都受到高度關注。在這樣的背景下，這場談判不僅關係到關稅是否能豁免，更關係到台灣在全球供應鏈中的角色與穩定性。
台灣團隊不僅提出以「零關稅」為基礎的談判方案，也同步規劃擴大對美採購、投資與技術合作，展現出願意為雙邊經貿關係升級所付出的誠意與彈性。
目前雙方仍處於90天的關稅暫緩期內，台美必須加速推進談判，力求在期限內達成共識，創造雙贏局面。
信任專業，守住產業命脈
這次台美關稅談判，不只是經濟議題，更是國家戰略與產業未來的十字路口。台灣政府選擇由楊珍妮領軍，可見對此關鍵談判的重視，也是對楊珍妮豐富國際交涉以及經貿談判經驗的重視，期望在全球貿易風雲詭譎的今天，能在對等關稅的風暴中，穩住台灣的產業命脈與經貿地位。