[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 144 (Thursday, October 6, 1994)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E]
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[Congressional Record: October 6, 1994]
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                 WELCOME TO REPRESENTATIVE BENJAMIN LU

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                            HON. RICK LAZIO

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, October 5, 1994

  Mr. LAZIO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to extend my personal welcome to 
Representative Benjamin Lu of the Republic of China on Taiwan, who 
arrived in Washington on September 30, 1994. I wish him a most 
productive and pleasant stay.
  The district I represent maintains a very close business relationship 
with Taiwan, which is not only a major customer of my district's 
products but is also an important market for United States exports. 
Last year, our two-way trade amounted to $41.3 billion, making Taiwan 
our 5th largest trading partner.
  Over the past 2 years, I have enjoyed the friendship and support of 
Representative Mou-shih Ding, who worked diligently to strengthen the 
ties that bind our two countries. I now look forward to working with 
Representative Lu, who I understand is an expert on trade matters, to 
continue this good relationship.
  I would also like to take this opportunity to extend my 
congratulations to Representative Lu, as the Republic of China's 83d 
National Day approaches.

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