[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 135 (Wednesday, October 10, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1844]
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  RECOGNIZING THE SUPPORT AND FRIENDSHIP OF THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA ON 
                              NATIONAL DAY

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                            HON. JIM RAMSTAD

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 10, 2001

  Mr. RAMSTAD. Mr. Speaker, I want to thank President Chen Shui-bian 
and Ambassador C.J. Chen of the Republic of China for their strong 
support of the United States in the aftermath of the hellacious acts of 
September 11. Taiwan was among the first to declare its unequivocal 
support for and cooperation with the United States, and Taiwan has 
offered us any assistance it can provide in combating terrorism.
  Taiwan firmly believes the United States is on the right course in 
going after extremists and terrorists worldwide. Terrorism knows no 
national boundaries and seeks to destroy our democracy and way of life. 
Standing shoulder to shoulder with America, Taiwan mourns with America 
and unites with us in our mission to eradicate terrorism worldwide.
  Taiwan will be celebrating its National Day today, October 10. In 
recent years, we have witnessed The Republic of China's campaign to 
return to the United Nations. I believe we should give Taiwan our 
support. The Republic of China is a true democracy, which guarantees 
fundamental rights to all of its citizens. Taiwan is also one of the 
most important economic entities in the world.
  On Taiwan's National Day, I hope Taiwan and the Chinese mainland will 
one day be reunited under principles of freedom and democracy, thus 
leading to lasting stability and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region.
  Mr. Speaker, in closing I would like to once again recognize 
Representative C.J. Chen. Representative Chen is a distinguished 
diplomat who is always courteous and very sharp on issues. As so many 
of our colleagues know, his briefings on the Hill are always to the 
point--crisp, witty and intelligent. He has done a stellar job in 
representing the Republic of China on Capitol Hill, and I applaud him 
and Taiwan for their unwavering support.

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