[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 159 (2013), Part 11]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 15570]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]


            CONGRATULATING TAIWAN ON ITS 102ND NATIONAL DAY

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                           HON. RALPH M. HALL

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, October 9, 2013

  Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Taiwan on its 
102nd National Day on October 10, 2013.
  Taiwan is a model of success in Asia. Through hard work and 
ingenuity, Taiwan has become one of the strongest economies in the 
Pacific Rim. Taiwan also has strong democratic institutions that foster 
the values of freedom, diligence, and transparency. The accomplishments 
of Taiwan, whether economic or political, are impressive.
  On the occasion of Republic of China's Centennial National Day, I 
wish for continued trade cooperation between the United States and 
Taiwan. I also look forward to furthering the common economic interests 
of the United States and Taiwan, and I would like to encourage my 
colleagues in our efforts to preserve and strengthen the friendship 
between our two countries. Taiwan has much to offer the rest of the 
world, and its innovation and expertise will continue to create new, 
mutually-beneficial trade avenues.
  Congratulations to the Republic of China and I look forward to 
continuing our partnership with Taiwan.

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