[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 135 (Thursday, October 3, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1431]
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                 NATIONAL DAY OF THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA

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                           HON. VIRGINIA FOXX

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 3, 2013

  Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of the upcoming National Day 
of the Republic of China, which commemorates the October 10, 1911, 
uprising that led to the establishment of the Republic of China on 
January 1, 1912.
  The Republic of China, also known as Taiwan, is a friend to the 
United States and also a substantial trading partner. Taiwan is the 
largest per capita importer of U.S. farm products, and in 2011 the 
country imported more than $267 million in goods from my home state of 
North Carolina.
  Mr. Speaker, this anniversary presents an opportunity to recognize 
Taiwan and her people for their commitment to democracy and economic 
freedom. In that same vein, it is my hope that ongoing trade talks 
between the U.S. and Taiwan, as part of the Trade and Investment 
Framework Agreement, will strengthen our friendship and economic 
partnership.
  The close relationship our countries have should continue to grow 
through increased cultural and economic exchanges and I look forward to 
the mutual benefits enjoyed through a strengthened diplomatic bond.

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