[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 161 (2015), Part 11]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 15616-15617]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




          COMMEMORATING NATIONAL DAY OF THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA

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                           HON. LEONARD LANCE

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 1, 2015

  Mr. LANCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the National Day 
of the Republic of China and to highlight the close relationship 
between Taiwan and the United States of America. October 10th marks the 
anniversary of the creation of the Republic of China in 1912. National 
Day celebrates Taiwanese democracy, its culture and its accomplished 
people and this occasion provides the United States an opportunity to 
celebrate our great ally.
  As a leader in the Asia Pacific region, Taiwan has experienced 
incredible economic growth and stability throughout its history. With a 
population of over 23 million people and a trillion dollar GDP, Taiwan 
has proved to be one of Asia's economic engines. The Taiwanese economy 
has maintained an impressive economic growth rate and has risen to be 
the 10th-largest trade partner of the United States. Taiwan continues 
to be an example to other economies around the world.
  The friendship between our two Nations has been mutually prosperous 
since we joined in unity in the Pacific Theatre in World War II. With 
this year marking 70 years since the end of the War, our Nation should 
reflect on how this unique alliance has had such a positive impact on 
both countries.
  The trust and respect built between our two Nations since that time 
have resulted in tremendous technology innovation and global resources 
integration. The cooperation between Taiwan and the United States has 
enabled the two countries to enhance each other's strengths and nurture 
industries that create jobs and opportunities for both nations.
  The cooperation between Taiwan and the United States should be a 
global model for civility, respect, prosperity and peace.
  Mr. Speaker, on National Day we are all reminded how strategically 
important our mutually respectful relationship has been for the 
Republic of China and the United States.

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