[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 146 (2000), Part 15]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 21854]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



            RECOGNIZING THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA'S NATIONAL DAY

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                          HON. JOE SCARBOROUGH

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 6, 2000

  Mr. SCARBOROUGH. Mr. Speaker, in honor of the Republic of China's 
89th National Day next Tuesday, October 10, 2000, I wish to salute 
Taiwan President Chen Shui-bian and the Taiwanese people for their many 
economic and political accomplishments.
  Even though Taiwan is a small island nation with few natural 
resources, it has prospered. With one of the world's largest foreign 
exchange reserves, its 23 million people enjoy one of the highest 
standards of living in the world. Politically, Taiwan is a full 
democracy, with a multi-party system, free elections, and a free press. 
Taiwan fully embraces the values of economic liberalization, democracy, 
rule of law, and respect for human rights.
  For these reasons, I commend Taiwan, our friend and partner in Asia. 
Congratulations and best wishes as you celebrate your National Day.