[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 16]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 22868]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




             IN COMMEMORATION OF THE NATIONAL DAY OF TAIWAN

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                             HON. DAVID WU

                               of oregon

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 25, 2008

  Mr. WU. Madam Speaker, I would like to offer my warmest wishes and 
congratulations to the people of Taiwan in commemoration of the 
National Day of the Republic of China (Taiwan), which is celebrated 
every year on October 10.
  In March of this year, the people of Taiwan participated in Taiwan's 
fourth direct and democratic presidential election. The smooth and 
peaceful transition from one administration to another is a testament 
to Taiwan's continued dedication to the principles of democracy, human 
rights, and the rule of law. I commend the people of Taiwan for 
building a democratic, peaceful, and prosperous island.
  For more than 50 years, the United States and Taiwan have fostered a 
close relationship, which has been of mutual political, economic, 
cultural, and strategic advantage. In celebration of this year's Double 
Tenth National Day, it is my hope that the United States, Taiwan, and 
the People's Republic of China can work together to promote enduring 
peace, stability, and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region, especially 
in the Taiwan Strait.

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