[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 145 (Monday, September 26, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1357]
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          IN RECOGNITION OF TAIWAN ON THEIR 105TH NATIONAL DAY

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                            HON. JOE BARTON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 26, 2016

  Mr. BARTON. Mr. Speaker, I would like to congratulate the people of 
Taiwan on their 105th National Day, which is October 10th, and take a 
moment to emphasize the significance of the U.S.-Taiwan relationship to 
both of our nations.
   Taiwan is a faithful friend of the United States and an important 
strategic partner, promoting peace and stability in the region through 
our shared values of democracy and respect for human rights. Our 
economic ties continue to expand to our mutual benefit.
   On this National Day, I also want to highlight the importance of the 
Taiwan Relations Act of 1979, which serves as the basis for our 
relationship. I am proud to say that the United States continues to 
build relations with Taiwan.
   I am honored to travel to Taiwan on this joyous occasion and 
congratulate our ally. I look forward to the continuation of friendship 
and cooperation between the governments and citizens of the United 
States and Taiwan.

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