[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 138 (Thursday, November 13, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1556]
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                         TAIWAN'S NATIONAL DAY

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                           HON. STEVE ISRAEL

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 13, 2014

  Mr. ISRAEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to express my support and 
congratulations for the people of Taiwan, who celebrated their National 
Day on October 10, 2014.
   I would like to take this opportunity to recognize the enduring 
value of Taiwan's friendship with the United States, and to reaffirm 
our commitment in Congress to strengthening our nations' ties.
   Taiwan stands as an example in the Pacific of what economic and 
political freedom can bring to a country and its people. Since its 
founding 103 years ago, Taiwan has established itself as a country 
dedicated to citizen government and the free exchange of goods and 
ideas that forms the foundation of any modern and prosperous society. 
Taiwan has also made significant economic and cultural contributions to 
the global community, and to peace and stability in the region.
   Again I would like to offer my congratulations to the people of 
Taiwan on their 103rd National Day.

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