[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 147 (2001), Part 6]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 8107]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



         CONGRATULATIONS TO PRESIDENT CHEN SHUI-BIAN OF TAIWAN

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                           HON. PHIL ENGLISH

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 15, 2001

  Mr. ENGLISH. Mr. Speaker, as the Republic of China on Taiwan prepares 
to celebrate President Chen Shui-bian's first anniversary in office, I 
wish to extend to President Chen and the people of Taiwan my 
congratulations.
  Despite its diplomatic isolation, Taiwan is a proud nation that has 
made extraordinary progress in recent years. It has an exemplary 
democracy with free elections, free press and respect for human rights.
  For decades, the United States and its people are united in 
supporting Taiwan's pursuit of freedom and democracy. We will continue 
to support Taiwan and its people. Peace and security in the Taiwan 
Strait is vital to the security interests of all nations in the area.
  Congratulations, President Chen on a job well done.

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