[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 161 (Friday, September 28, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1344]
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           RECOGNIZING TAIWAN'S NATIONAL DAY, DOUBLE TEN DAY

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                           HON. STEVE CHABOT

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 28, 2018

  Mr. CHABOT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the upcoming 
Double Ten Day, the national day of the Republic of China, or as many 
of us like to call it, Taiwan, which is celebrated every October l0th. 
I would like to extend to the people of Taiwan and its government my 
best wishes for continued prosperity and security.
  Over many decades, Taiwan and the United States have stood together 
against numerous challenges, and time and again have displayed a 
steadfast commitment to one another's mutual security and prosperity. 
The Taiwanese people deeply appreciate the fundamental truth that 
people everywhere long to be free, and that representative government 
is essential to realizing this dream and the true prosperity, peace, 
and stability it brings. They've done the hard work of transitioning to 
democracy, with all the sacrifice and compromise that entails. This 
story shines as a beacon of hope to people all over Asia that democracy 
is not only possible but preferable.
  In March, President Trump signed the Taiwan Travel Act. This 
legislation, which I introduced in 2017, will further strengthen and 
enhance our bilateral strategic partnership with Taiwan. It is 
generally accepted that high level official communication is an 
essential part of any alliance. I strongly urge the Trump 
Administration to follow through on the act soon. Our partnership with 
Taiwan will only be strengthened through such implementation.
  In conclusion, Mr. Speaker, I reiterate my support and admiration for 
the people of Taiwan and their vibrant democracy, and offer my best 
wishes to them for a very happy Double Ten Day celebration.

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