Sec. 11. Strategy to respond to sharp power operations targeting Taiwan
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Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of State shall develop and implement a strategy to respond to sharp power operations and the united front campaign supported by the Government of the People’s Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party that are directed toward persons or entities in Taiwan. The strategy required under subsection
(a)shall include the following elements: Development of a response to PRC propaganda and disinformation campaigns and cyber-intrusions targeting Taiwan, including— assistance in building the capacity of the Taiwan government and private-sector entities to document and expose propaganda and disinformation supported by the Government of the People's Republic of China, the Chinese Communist Party, or affiliated entities; assistance to enhance the Taiwan government’s ability to develop a whole-of-government strategy to respond to sharp power operations, including election interference; and media training for Taiwan officials and other Taiwan entities targeted by disinformation campaigns. Development of a response to political influence operations that includes an assessment of the extent of influence exerted by the Government of the People's Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party in Taiwan on local political parties, financial institutions, media organizations, and other entities. Support for exchanges and other technical assistance to strengthen the Taiwan legal system’s ability to respond to sharp power operations. Establishment of a coordinated partnership, through the Global Cooperation and Training Framework, with like-minded governments to share data and best practices with the Government of Taiwan on ways to address sharp power operations supported by the Government of the People's Republic of China and the Chinese Communist Party.