[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 124 (Friday, October 6, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1698]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING TAIWAN'S NATIONAL DAY, OCTOBER 10, 2000

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                           HON. JENNIFER DUNN

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 5, 2000

  Ms. DUNN. Mr. Speaker, as President Chen Shui-bian, Vice President 
Annette Lu, and the people of the Republic of China prepare to 
celebrate their National Day on October 10, 2000, I wish to extend my 
sincere congratulations on their progress.
  Since its founding 89 years ago, the Republic of China on Taiwan has 
attained many remarkable achievements. Their progress ought to be 
recognized by the United States and emulated by the entire world 
community. For instance, Taiwan's economy is robust. In June of this 
year, exports and imports grew nearly 25 percent from the previous 
year. This growth is due in large part to Taiwan's embrace of the new 
economy, specifically information and high technologies.
  Not only has Taiwan experienced strong economic growth, but Taiwan is 
also a democracy in the truest sense of the word. Taiwan upholds the 
freedoms we, as Americans, hold dear, including free elections, free 
media, and free expression.
  Mr. Speaker, Taiwan is truly a model of success for many countries in 
the world. Taiwan deserves our congratulations and our support.

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