Is Taiwan Ready for Bitcoin? Ko Ju-chun Proposes a Strategic Reserve Shift

• Ko Ju-chun proposes adding Bitcoin to Taiwan’s reserves to enhance financial resilience.
• Bitcoin could help Taiwan hedge against economic volatility and complement gold reserves.
• Ko suggests Taiwan could allocate 5% of its $50B reserves into BTC for diversification.

Taiwanese lawmaker Ko Ju-chun has suggested that Bitcoin be included in Taiwan’s official reserves. According to the KMT lawmaker, Bitcoin could protect Taiwan against economic instability and strengthen its financial resilience. Ko believes that Bitcoin can coexist with gold and other currencies, potentially boosting Taiwan’s national security and economy. 

Ko highlighted the increasing importance of blockchain-based, distributed assets such as Bitcoin. He stated that digital assets could diversify Taiwan’s reserves and curtail dependence on traditional finance systems. Ko cautioned that Taiwan could lag if it fails to address these opportunities quickly.

Taiwan Legislator KO, JU-CHUN advocates for Bitcoin as part of a diversified reserve strategy at the National Conference on May 9th. Citing global risks & Bitcoin’s hedge potential, he urges Taiwan to consider it alongside gold & f…

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