[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 144 (Wednesday, October 15, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2037]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      REPUBLIC OF CHINA ON TAIWAN'S 92ND NATIONAL DAY ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 15, 2003

  Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor one of our largest 
trading partners, the Republic of China on Taiwan. On October 10, 
Taiwan celebrated 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 nation. 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 marked 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, in commemoration of the 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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