[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 160 (Thursday, September 27, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1323-E1324]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                IN CELEBRATION OF TAIWAN'S NATIONAL DAY

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                           HON. LOIS FRANKEL

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 27, 2018

  Ms. FRANKEL of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to wish all people 
celebrating Taiwan's National Day, a Happy Double Ten Day.
  The United States and Taiwan are united in common interests and 
commitment to freedom and democracy. The Taiwanese people share our 
values of human rights, adherence to the rule of law, and freedom of 
speech. Taiwan is a shining example of democracy, exemplified by 
multiple peaceful transfers of power following free elections.
  In addition to our close cultural and political partnership, the 
United States and Taiwan also share a booming economic partnership. 
Bilateral trade between our countries surpassed $86 billion in 2017, 
making Taiwan the United States' 11th largest trading partner. Taiwan 
is also a partner with the United States in our resolute efforts to 
combat global terrorism. For example, its contribution to the Global 
Coalition to Defeat ISIS will assist refugees as they return to their 
homes and begin rebuilding their communities.

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  I ask my colleagues to join me in recommitting ourselves to the U.S.-
Taiwan relationship, and in wishing Taiwan a Happy Double Ten Day.

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