[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 159 (Wednesday, September 26, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1309]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 RECOGNIZING THE NATIONAL DAY OF TAIWAN

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                          HON. ROBERT A. BRADY

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 26, 2018

  Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
October 10, or Double Ten Day, the national day of Taiwan. Given the 
warm ties between the United States and Taiwan, I would like to take 
this opportunity to wish the people of Taiwan a very Happy Double Ten 
Day.
  Over the years, Taiwan has proven its leadership on the global 
stage--despite its unique political status--through its commitment to 
democracy, its contributions to global health initiatives, 
international development, and humanitarian missions. Taiwan delivered 
critical aid and supplies following the 2010 earthquake in Haiti and 
the 2013 Typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines. During the 2014 Ebola 
outbreak in West Africa, Taiwan donated funds and protective gear so 
that doctors and other health workers could meet the unique challenges 
the disease posed at that time.
  Taiwan is a key security and trading partner of our nation, and it is 
important that Congress and the administration redouble their support 
for Taiwan's standing and meaningful participation in international 
bodies. Taiwan consists of 23.5 million highly educated and highly 
skilled people who are experienced in dealing with the challenges faced 
by our global community. Indeed, a number of these professionals fall 
them within the purview of international organizations such as the WHO, 
ICAO, and INTERPOL. It is to the benefit of us all that experts from 
Taiwan can share their knowledge and experience with their colleagues 
in these international forums as they seek to address challenges 
including global pandemics, aviation safety and security, international 
crime, and terrorism.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask that all of my colleagues join me in wishing the 
people of Taiwan all the best as they celebrate Double Ten Day.

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