[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 163 (Tuesday, October 2, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1354-E1355]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  RECOGNITION OF TAIWAN'S NATIONAL DAY

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                           HON. MARK MEADOWS

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, October 2, 2018

  Mr. MEADOWS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Taiwan's National 
Independence Day, Double Ten Day. On October 10th, Taiwan celebrates 
the 107th anniversary of the Republic of China. In the face of 
heightening regional tensions, the bond between the United States and 
Taiwan must remain strong. On the occasion of Taiwan's National Day, I 
want to congratulate the people of Taiwan on this important anniversary 
and express the sincere commitment of our nation and this body to the 
bilateral relationship.
  Through commerce, our military partnership, and the ties between our 
citizens, the United States and the Republic of China (Taiwan) have 
built an alliance which I am confident can withstand any future 
threats, and to which I know the Trump administration is committed to 
preserving. I also want to take this moment to commend the Americans 
serving in the American Institute in Taiwan for their patriotism and 
hard work advancing this relationship.
  Furthermore, Beijing's attempts to undermine Taiwan's participation 
in international fora, its bullying of private airlines over 
recognition of Taiwan's government, and its disruption of Taiwan's 
diplomatic ties should not go unmentioned. I believe the current 
administration has responded appropriately and that Washington will 
continue to make its views known.
  From its beginnings with the overthrow of imperial rule, to its 
embrace of a vibrant democracy today, the Republic of China (Taiwan) 
shares a bond with the United States founded on common principles. As 
Taiwan celebrates Double Ten Day, I extend my best wishes and 
congratulate the Taiwanese people for all they have achieved.

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