Recognizing Taiwan's National Day

Floor Speech

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Mr. BACON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to wish both the people of Taiwan and Americans celebrating the upcoming Taiwan's National Day on October 10th a Happy Double Ten Day.

In the decades preceding and following the Taiwan Relations Act of 1979, the United States and Taiwan have built a solid bond that cannot be broken--born out of our shared values and our cooperation with each other in times of crisis, and in times of advancement.

During the years, this key ally in the Indo-Pacific has transformed itself into a model of democracy that respects human rights, freedom of speech, rule of law, and market economy. Americans share these values, which is why we have also contributed to Taiwan's success.

In 2018, Taiwan was the 11th largest trading partner for the United States overall, and it is my home state Nebraska's 10th largest export market in the world. Our companies have substantial opportunities to expand their business and cooperation with Taiwan. I will, together with Taiwanese friends, work to find areas where we can partner to our mutual benefit.

This is a day to celebrate, and to be optimistic. I ask my colleagues to join me in recommitting ourselves to the robust U.S.-Taiwan relationship, and in wishing Taiwan a Happy Double Ten Day.

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