[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 156 (Thursday, September 26, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1215]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   RECOGNIZING TAIWAN'S NATIONAL DAY

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                             HON. DON BACON

                              of nebraska

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 26, 2019

  Mr. BACON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to wish both the people of 
Taiwan and Americans celebrating the upcoming Taiwan's National Day on 
October 10th a Happy Double Ten Day.
  In the decades preceding and following the Taiwan Relations Act of 
1979, the United States and Taiwan have built a solid bond that cannot 
be broken--born out of our shared values and our cooperation with each 
other in times of crisis, and in times of advancement.
  During the years, this key ally in the Indo-Pacific has transformed 
itself into a model of democracy that respects human rights, freedom of 
speech, rule of law, and market economy. Americans share these values, 
which is why we have also contributed to Taiwan's success.
  In 2018, Taiwan was the 11th largest trading partner for the United 
States overall, and it is my home state Nebraska's 10th largest export 
market in the world. Our companies have substantial opportunities to 
expand their business and cooperation with Taiwan. I will, together 
with Taiwanese friends, work to find areas where we can partner to our 
mutual benefit.
  This is a day to celebrate, and to be optimistic. I ask my colleagues 
to join me in recommitting ourselves to the robust U.S.-Taiwan 
relationship, and in wishing Taiwan a Happy Double Ten Day.

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