[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 145 (Monday, September 26, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1355-E1356]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




THE 105TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FOUNDING OF THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA (TAIWAN)

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                       HON. SEAN PATRICK MALONEY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 26, 2016

  Mr. SEAN PATRICK MALONEY of New York. Mr. Speaker, on October 10, the 
people of Taiwan celebrate the 105th anniversary of the founding of the 
Republic of China (Taiwan). As we approach this important day, we

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should take the time to commemorate Taiwan, an important economic 
partner and vital ally in Asia.
   This past year, the world witnessed Taiwan's third peaceful 
transition to power as the first woman was elected in Taiwan. The 23 
million people on the island represent the only democracy in the 
Chinese speaking world. Taiwan has been a reliable partner in East 
Asia. According to the U.S. Dept. of Commerce, U.S. trade in goods with 
Taiwan reached US$ 66 billion last year. For a population of only 23 
million, Taiwan has become the United States' 9th largest trading 
partner in 2015. Also, Taiwan is the state of New York's 6th largest 
export market in Asia.
   On Taiwan's National Day, we reaffirm the strength of the U.S.-
Taiwan relationship and the United States commitment to the Taiwan 
Relations Act. It is an honor and privilege to support our friend and 
partner Taiwan and highlight the bonds that connect us.

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