[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 131 (Friday, September 28, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1671]
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           COMMEMORATING TAIWAN'S NATIONAL DAY OF CELEBRATION

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                           HON. DAVID RIVERA

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 28, 2012

  Mr. RIVERA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Republic of 
China (Taiwan) for more than a century of tremendous success as we 
approach their National Day of Celebration, October 10, 2012. This day 
marks 101 years since the founding of the country, and most importantly 
marks more than a century of progress towards democracy, freedom, and 
economic success for the people of Taiwan. I would like to commend the 
country for its continued commitment to a brighter future, despite 
numerous struggles over the years. I would also like to take this 
opportunity to thank Taiwan for its many years of friendship to the 
United States. It has been an ally in the region for decades, and this 
invaluable friendship deserves recognition.
  I congratulate Ambassador Jason Yuan, Representative of Taiwan to the 
United States, on his new post as Secretary-General of the National 
Security Council of Taiwan. I cherish the friendship with Ambassador 
Yuan and wish the Ambassador and Madame Yuan the very best of luck in 
the future.

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