[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 127 (Wednesday, September 19, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1555]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             REPUBLIC OF CHINA'S NATIONAL DAY ON OCTOBER 10

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                           HON. JOHN SULLIVAN

                              of oklahoma

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 19, 2012

  Mr. SULLIVAN. Mr. Speaker, as millions of Chinese around the globe 
celebrate the Republic of China's National Day this October 10, we need 
to acknowledge the fact that it hasn't been easy for Taiwan to be a 
beacon of democracy and an island of prosperity in a world of tyrants 
and economic uncertainty. Taiwan's many achievements are attributable 
to the tireless efforts of their people and leaders throughout the 
decades.
  I am proud to see that the United States has always been on the side 
of the Republic of China. During WW II, the United States and China 
were partners in war and we supported Taiwan against potential 
adversaries for decades until we enacted the Taiwan Relations Act in 
1979. In recent decades, we witnessed Taiwan's evolution from 
authoritarian rule to full democracy. At the same time Taiwan has been 
a good political, economic and cultural ally of the United States. In 
recent years, Taiwan has been very strong in cooperating with us 
against global terrorism.
  I am glad that we have re-established high level trust with President 
Ma Ying-jeou's administration. Taiwan has resumed important arms 
purchases from us and that Taiwan has lifted the ban on U.S. beef 
imports and is looking to restart talks on the Trade and Investment 
Framework Agreement with us. I am sure that the United States and 
Taiwan will be helping each other in many areas in the years to come.
  Congratulations to the people and leaders of the Republic of China 
(Taiwan) on their National Day.

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