[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 148 (Thursday, October 8, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1454]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          TAIWAN NATIONAL DAY

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                           HON. DOUG COLLINS

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 8, 2015

  Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate our 
nation's historic relationship with Taiwan on their 104th National Day. 
These occasions remind us to reflect on our past successes and look 
forward with renewed commitment to what we may accomplish together in 
the days and months ahead.
  Just last week, the United States House of Representatives expressed 
in a resounding and unified voice our support of the 2016 National 
Defense Authorization Act. In this Act, Congress declared its support 
of Taiwan through numerous policy provisions, including the new ``South 
China Sea Initiative''.
  It is more important now than ever, for this Administration to 
declare with a resounding voice that it joins with Congress in 
recognizing the importance of a vibrant bilateral relationship with 
Taiwan. We look forward with eager anticipation to Taiwan's exercise of 
democracy in their upcoming January elections. They are a model of 
freedom to a region plagued by instability and the heavy hand of 
government.
  The Taiwan Strait is of critical importance to our national and 
global security and both the United States and Taiwan must continue to 
prioritize investment in defense capabilities that will secure its 
peace. I congratulate Taiwan on their 104th National Day and ask for 
their continued partnership with the United States.

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