[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 149 (2003), Part 18]
[House]
[Page 24304]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA'S NATIONAL DAY

  (Mr. SESSIONS asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. Speaker, I rise this morning in wishing the 
Republic of China a happy day for tomorrow. It is National Day.
  A strong economic system, a strong educational system, and its 
people's grasp of the free market system of economics have made Taiwan 
an economic powerhouse. It is the world's 17th largest economy. This 
economic performance has contributed to both regional and global 
prosperity. At a time of economic independence among nations, Taiwan 
has a lot to offer the world.
  On Taiwan's National Day, I would like to see Taiwan continue to play 
a major economic role in the world and to further strengthen its 
economic ties with the United States. A hearty congratulations to 
President Chen. We wish him and his people the best of luck as he seeks 
readmission to the World Health Organization. He deserves his place on 
the world's stage.
  We appreciate Taiwan's support of America and honor their National 
Day.

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