[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 8 (Tuesday, January 14, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E33-E34]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CONGRATULATING THE PEOPLE OF TAIWAN FOR HOLDING SUCCESSFUL ELECTIONS 
        AND COMMENDING PRESIDENT TSAI ING-WEN ON HER REELECTION

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                         HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 14, 2020

  Mr. HASTINGS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the people 
of Taiwan for holding successful elections on January 11, 2020 and 
commend President Tsai Ing-wen on her re-election. Free and fair 
elections are a core tenet of democratic societies and it is 
encouraging to see the people of Taiwan continue to enthusiastically 
embrace their civic duty, especially in the face of significant 
election meddling on the part of the People's Republic of China.
  The United States and Taiwan have long enjoyed a close friendship, 
with strong bonds forged through our economic, trade, and security 
ties. It is critical that the United States never loses sight of the 
importance Taiwan will play in our efforts to assure a prosperous and 
peaceful rise for all our friends and allies in the region.
  Taiwan's dedication to democracy, freedom, and the rule of law make 
it not only a great partner for the United States, but a beacon of hope 
for all countries striving to protect and further democratic ideals.
  Madam Speaker, I again congratulate our friends in Taiwan and 
President Tsai Ing-wen on this momentous occasion.

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