Dallas August Event: Celebrating Innovation, Culture, and U.S.-Taiwan Collaboration

July 23, 2025

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[Graphic: Taiwan Expo USA 2025]

Taiwan Expo USA is returning to the U.S. August 14-16 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas to highlight the “vibrant and resilient” economic relationship between the U.S. and Taiwan. The expo’s return comes in a time of increased focus on the country’s relations amid Trump administration tariffs and tensions with China.

The Expo will feature a cultural and technological opening ceremony, a strategic Taiwan–U.S. Supply Chain Cooperation Forum, and five interactive pavilions, organizers said.

With the theme “Shared Vision, Stronger Partnership,” Taiwan Expo 2025 will celebrate the growing collaboration between the two nations across innovation, cultural exchange, and global industry transformation.

Organizers said this year’s free public event comes amid rising momentum for the U.S.–Taiwan economic partnership.

According to Taiwan’s Office of Trade Negotiations, Executive Yuan, the U.S. and Taiwan recorded a total bilateral goods trade volume of $158.6 billion in 2024, representing a 24.2% increase from 2023. Currently, Taiwan is the seventh-largest trading partner for the United States.

This surge, fueled by Taiwan’s leadership in semiconductors and AI, reflects a deepening synergy between the two economies, organizers said.

Spotlight on Taiwan-U.S. partnerships

Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) Chairman James C. F. Huang, will deliver opening remarks alongside distinguished guests. The program will also include the inauguration of the Taiwan Trade and Investment Service Center in Dallas, reinforcing Taiwan’s commitment to deepening economic ties across the U.S. The opening ceremony will conclude with a VIP-guided tour and luncheon reception, launching the three-day Expo with energy and momentum.

On Aug. 14, the Taiwan–U.S. Supply Chain Cooperation Forum will convene industry leaders, policymakers, and academics to exchange insights, foster partnerships, and co-create an innovative supply chain ecosystem that strengthens bilateral cooperation. The Forum will spotlight discussions around U.S.–Taiwan leadership in shaping global supply chains, underscoring shared strategies in cross-border collaboration, smart manufacturing, and regional economic resilience, organizers said.

The program will open with “Intelligent Alliances,” setting the stage for two focused segments:

Driving the AI Era through Taiwan–U.S. EMS Innovation
Taiwan–U.S. Cooperation in Building the Next Industrial Era

The sessions will feature industry leaders from Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn), Phison, GlobalWafers, and the US-Taiwan Business Council.

An Expert Dialogue will further explore actionable pathways for enhancing supply chain resilience, such as leveraging government incentives, fostering regionalization, and strengthening cross-border synergies, organizers said. Speakers will examine how AI and smart manufacturing are transforming supply chain dynamics.

From factories of the future to Taiwanese cuisine

Taiwan Expo USA will feature five themed pavilions, including Taiwan Excellence, Smart Factory, Smart Healthcare, Intelligent Technology, and Taiwan Select Foods.

Here some of the experiences visitors can expect:

The Smart Factory Pavilion will showcase Taiwan’s precision engineering and Industry 4.0 solutions helping to modernize American factories and build a smarter, more resilient production ecosystem. Visitors will see how digital transformation is reshaping the industrial base.
The Intelligent Technology Pavilion will showcase everything from AI applications to drones and IoT. Visitors will get a sneak peek into tomorrow’s innovations shaping how we live, move, and connect.
The Smart Healthcare Pavilion will showcase AI-powered diagnostics, wearable devices, and personalized medicine. Visitors will see how technology is redefining global healthcare systems.
The Taiwan Excellence Pavilion is a fully interactive storytelling experience. Guests will get a sneak peek at many of the upcoming technological trends in consumer products across lifestyle, wellness, and everyday high-tech. Innovative products from 24 Taiwan Excellence award-winning brands will be featured.
The Taiwan Select Foods Pavilion will showcase a curated selection of premium Taiwanese food products, presenting the concept of See it, Taste it, Buy it – Authentic Flavors of Taiwan to mainstream U.S. distributors and consumers. Visitors will be able to experience Taiwan’s food industry’s rich diversity and exceptional quality.

Taiwan Expo USA 2025 is free and open to the public.

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