[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 141 (Wednesday, October 8, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2023]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        92ND TAIWAN NATIONAL DAY

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                             HON. TOM COLE

                              of oklahoma

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, October 8, 2003

  Mr. COLE. Mr. Speaker, on October 10, 2003, one of our largest 
trading partners, the Republic of China on Taiwan, will be celebrating 
the 92nd anniversary of its National Day. I wish to join my colleagues 
in the United States Congress in sending best wishes to the twenty-two 
million residents of this lovely island. I also commend President Chen 
Shui-bian and Vice President Annette Lu as they continue to lead Taiwan 
to greater economic prosperity at home and greater participation in 
international activities abroad.
  Just like our 4th of July, October 10 marks the beginning of a 
fantastic story of economic, social and political success that has 
culminated in Taiwan becoming a vibrant democracy in the Pacific 
Region. These are exciting times in the history of relations between 
the United States and Taiwan.
  Mr. Speaker, on this 92nd occasion of the Republic of China's 
National Day, it is important to remember that Taiwan has a strong 
relationship with the United States, and we hope this relationship will 
continue to flourish and grow in the years to come.

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