[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 149 (Wednesday, October 23, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1547]
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102ND ANNIVERSARY OF THE NATIONAL DAY OF THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA (TAIWAN)

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                          HON. ADAM KINZINGER

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 23, 2013

  Mr. KINZINGER of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, October 10th marked the 102nd 
Anniversary of the Wuchang uprising, which led to the establishment of 
the Republic of China (Taiwan) on January 1, 1912. National Day of the 
Republic of China marks a significant day for the Taiwanese people as 
they celebrate each year with parades, fireworks and military regalia. 
The United States and Taiwan have been fortunate to share such a 
dynamic friendship that I believe will only continue to grow.
   As the U.S. seeks to rebalance our comprehensive foreign policy 
strategy, and we look to pivot to the Asian Pacific region, I feel that 
National Day deserves an appropriate commemoration from Congress. I 
believe it is vitally important for the U.S. to continue to bolster 
Taiwan's efforts as they are one of the most promising democracies in 
the region. Such stable regional partners should be valued and held in 
the highest regard.
   This significant anniversary also provides an opportunity for this 
Congress to reflect on the current state of our bilateral relationship 
with Taiwan and to take proactive steps to enhance it.
   As the 10th largest trading partner with the United States, Taiwan's 
economic importance is continuing to rapidly increase in a growing 21st 
century global economy. As longstanding friends and allies, I am 
pleased to add my voice to congratulate Taiwan on this momentous 
occasion.

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