[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 139 (Wednesday, October 7, 1998)]
[Senate]
[Pages S11804-S11805]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  CELEBRATION OF THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA'S 87TH ANNIVERSARY NATIONAL DAY

 Mr. CLELAND. Mr. President, I rise today to celebrate the 
Republic of China's 87th Anniversary National Day on October 10, 1998. 
Taiwan has prospered beyond most people's wildest dreams despite its 
limited resources and vast population. The people of the United States 
have a special bond with the people of Taiwan, who have unfalteringly 
demonstrated to the world their commitment to democracy and democratic 
ideals. Taiwan is a vibrant, thriving country for the present and a 
model for the future--a model characterized by strong economic growth 
and respect for basic human rights and democratic freedoms.
  Taiwan has been and will continue to be an important partner of the 
United States, economically, culturally, strategically, and 
politically. May God

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bless our friends in Taiwan, including President Lee Teng-hui, Vice 
President Lien Chan and Taipei's Foreign Minister, Dr. Jason Hu, who 
have done an excellent job in leading Taiwan down the road of democracy 
and prosperity. Mr. President, I ask that you join me and our 
colleagues in congratulating the Republic of China's freedom on its 
87th Anniversary National Day. I look forward to celebrating this 
historic event annually for many, many years to come.

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