[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 15]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 21847]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



 COMMEMORATING THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA ON IT'S NATIONAL DAY, OCTOBER 10, 
                                  2000

                                 ______
                                 

                        HON. MAURICE D. HINCHEY

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 6, 2000

  Mr. HINCHEY. Mr. Speaker, in recent years, the Republic of China on 
Taiwan has emerged as a major economic power throughout the world. Much 
of this economic success is attributable to the efforts of Taiwan's 
leaders who understand that a strong economy is necessary for true 
political progress and reform. The Republic of China has now become a 
true democracy with several strong political parties. Earlier this 
year, the people of Taiwan elected as President Mr. Chen Shui-bian of 
the Democratic Progressive Party. His election underscored the vitality 
and diversity of Taiwan's democratic form of government.
  Like his predecessor, former President Lee Teng-hui, President Chen 
continues to seek a proper role for the Republic of China in the 
international community. At the same time, President Chen also seeks a 
dialogue with the People's Republic of China. While the pace of this 
dialogue may evolve slowly, President Chen will continue to work with 
his countrymen to transform Taiwan into a high tech island that will be 
seen worldwide as a successful model for emerging democracies.
  Mr. Speaker, I would urge my colleagues to show our admiration to our 
friends in the Republic of China by congratulating them on their 
forthcoming National Day.

                          ____________________