[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 17]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 24333]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                  SUPPORT OUR FRIEND AND ALLY: TAIWAN

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                          HON. DONALD M. PAYNE

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 14, 2007

  Mr. PAYNE. Madam Speaker, I rise in solidarity with the Republic of 
China (Taiwan). For over 50 years, Taiwan has been a flourishing, 
independent and sovereign government in the developing world and 
Southeast Asia. Taiwan has developed a world-class democracy, serving 
as a model for countries in the region. The people of Taiwan inspire 
others in Southeast Asia and around the world who desire freedom and 
prosperity. America should stand with our friends who engage in 
peaceful democracy and Taiwan deserves our support.
  Taiwan plays an important role in the international community because 
of its democratic and economic success. Other nations are benefiting 
from Taiwan's access to markets and technology. It defies logic and the 
principle of fairness that the Taiwanese people and government are not 
given the same voice as everyone else throughout the world.
  Madam Speaker, I urge this body to stand with our friends and allies 
in Taiwan and hope that you will join me in supporting strong democracy 
in the world.

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