September 27, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 157 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1224-E1225]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                             DOUBLE TEN DAY

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                 HON. CHARLES J. ``CHUCK'' FLEISCHMANN

                              of tennessee

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 27, 2019

  Mr. FLEISCHMANN. Madam Speaker, October 10 is the national day of 
Taiwan. I would like to take this opportunity to wish the people of 
Taiwan a very Happy Double Ten Day.
  Despite its small size, Taiwan is the 11th largest trading partner 
for the United States overall. The United States is Taiwan's 2rd 
largest trading partner and a leading destination for Taiwan's overseas 
investors. These figures represent a strong foundation that has been 
built between the two industries.
  Our close ties are not just for trade and economy. Over the years, 
Taiwan has proven itself to be a model democracy in the Indo-Pacific. 
Its embrace of democracy shows a better path for it's people and their 
future. Washington and Taipei share the same values of democracy, 
freedom, and rule of laws. The Taiwan Relations Act (TRA) was enshrined 
in 1979, and later supplemented by the Six Assurances given by 
President Ronald Reagan in 1982. The TRA and the Six Assurances both 
formed the cornerstone of our relations with Taiwan. Together we have 
faced many challenges while displaying a steadfast commitment to one 
another's security and prosperity.

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  I would like to express my strong and continuing support for these 
foundations to our partnership. I reaffirm it today, and again 
congratulate the people of Taiwan on this important occasion.

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