National Day of the Republic of China (Taiwan)

Floor Speech

NATIONAL DAY OF THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA (TAIWAN) -- (Extensions of Remarks - September 25, 2008)

SPEECH OF
HON. GUS M. BILIRAKIS
OF FLORIDA
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2008

* Mr. BILIRAKIS. Madam Speaker, October 10th marks the National Day of the Republic of China (Taiwan). Taiwan's transformation into a vibrant democracy has enabled its people to flourish economically and socially. Taiwan is now one of the world's leading economic powers and champions of human rights and the rule of law.

* To help us celebrate the extraordinary accomplishments of our friends in Taiwan, I urge my colleagues to support Taiwan's latest request that the United Nations General Assembly allow Taiwan to participate meaningfully in the activities of United Nations specialized agencies. I know leaders in Taiwan have worked tirelessly for Taiwan's participation in the United Nations. Taiwan's participation in the international system is vital to the health and welfare of the people of Taiwan and will certainly encourage cross-strait dialogue and will promote a permanent peace in the Asia-Pacific region.

* Madam Speaker, congratulations to the people of Taiwan, their president, Mr. Ma Ying-jeou, and their Washington representative: Ambassador Jason Yuan. Ambassador Jason is an experienced diplomat and we look forward to his participation in the ongoing friendship and alliance between our nations.

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