[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 135 (Friday, September 19, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1473]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            WISHING THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA A HAPPY DOUBLE TEN

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                           HON. MIKE QUIGLEY

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 18, 2014

  Mr. QUIGLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Republic of 
China, commonly called Taiwan, on its upcoming National Day of the 
Republic of China on October 10, 2014.
  This year marks the 35th anniversary of the Taiwan Relations Act, 
which has facilitated a special relationship between the United States 
and Taiwan. Since 1979, we have enjoyed close security cooperation, 
culture exchange and trade flows. The economies of the U.S. and Taiwan 
are tightly linked, and Taiwan has been an important trading partner to 
the United States.
  I would also like to recognize the accomplishments of President Ma 
Ying-jeou in contributing to peace and security in the region. During 
his presidency, Taiwan and Mainland China have had constructive 
dialogue between their leaders. I hope that this dialogue will 
continue.
  As a member of the Taiwan Caucus, I have had the opportunity to learn 
much more about the amazing country that is Taiwan. As a beacon of 
freedom and democracy in the global community, I look forward to 
continuing to work with Taiwan to strengthen our friendship and 
alliance.
  I wish the people of Taiwan a happy Double Ten, and I yield back the 
balance of my time.

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