[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 142 (Saturday, October 10, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2027-E2028]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA'S NATIONAL DAY

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                       HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 9, 1998

  Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 
express my congratulations to the Republic of China. Tomorrow, October 
10, 1998, is Taiwan's National Day. Taiwan is a country fondly known as 
the ``Little Tiger.'' Rightfully so, Taiwan has a strong economy and is 
an excellent trading partner for countries like the United States. In 
fact, Taiwan is our sixth largest trading partner.
  In the last few years, Taiwan's economy has grown at a spectacular 
rate and has become one of the wealthiest nations in the world. 
Taiwan's wealth can be seen in their strong manufacturing industry and 
in their citizens' commitment to make Taiwan an effective trading 
partner. Taiwan has done remarkably well during the Asian financial 
crisis, and I hope that Taiwan will continue to prosper.
  I wish President Lee Teng-hui, Vice President Lien Chan, Foreign 
Minister Jason Hu and Ambassador Stephen Chen of the Republic of China 
continued success in leading Taiwan and their citizens.

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