[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 147 (Wednesday, September 28, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1390]
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                IN CELEBRATION OF TAIWAN'S NATIONAL DAY

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                        HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 28, 2016

  Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Taiwan's National 
Day, celebrated on October 10th, and to offer my best wishes to the 
people of Taiwan.
   Also known as Double Ten Day, since it takes place on the 10th day 
of the 10th month, this holiday marks a special time for the Taiwanese 
as they celebrate their rich culture and take part in festivities 
across the country of Taiwan as well as here in the United States where 
Taiwanese-Americans have enhanced and diversified the culture of many 
cities and towns.
   The state of Texas has a strong bond with the Taiwanese, bolstered 
by the trade of agricultural goods and products. I am also proud to 
have joined several of my colleagues from Texas to cosponsor 
legislation geared towards fostering Taiwanese prosperity as well as 
supporting their admission to the United Nations.
   The 26th Congressional District of Texas has experienced great 
diversification and enrichment thanks to the people of Taiwan. I am 
glad to call them friends of Texas and friends of the 26th district.
   I wish the people of Taiwan all the best as they celebrate Double 
Ten Day.

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