[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 141 (Thursday, October 3, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1910]
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            TRIBUTE TO VICE PRESIDENT PREMIER LIEN OF TAIWAN

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                         HON. SOLOMON P. ORTIZ

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 3, 1996

  Mr. ORTIZ. Mr. Speaker, I would like to commend Vice President/
Premier Lien of Taiwan on his interest in continuing to lead Taiwan's 
move towards democracy, enhanced human rights, and global 
competitiveness.
  I understand that Vice-President/Premier Lien recently reviewed 
Michael Porter's book ``The Competitive Advantage of Nations.'' In the 
review, he indicted that the book has great relevance to the future 
development of Taiwan. Lien calls Porter's work ``the leading edge of 
contemporary thought that can influence government policy.* * *''
  Mr. Speaker, I know that the residents of Taiwan are hard working, 
dedicated individuals who have demonstrated their strength by becoming 
one of the most successful business environments in Southeast Asia. Not 
only have they excelled economically, but politically, they enjoy a 
strong and vibrant democracy. They also enjoy more individual liberty 
and personal freedom than any of their neighbors. I share Vice 
President/Premier Lien's belief that there is a definite relationship 
between political and economic freedom and continued international 
financial success. Clearly, Vice President/Premier Lien believes in a 
dynamic free market and I endorse his position to promote economic 
opportunity for everyone.
  Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to learn more about the changes 
that have taken place in Taiwan during the last few years.

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