Rick Allen: “on the occasion of Taiwan's National Day on October 10, 2003, I wish to pay tribute to Taiwan's many achievements and to…”

“on the occasion of Taiwan's National Day on October 10, 2003, I wish to pay tribute to Taiwan's many achievements and to wish Taiwan President Chen Shui-bian and Ambassador C.J. Chen my very best wishes. The Republic of China on Taiwan is a major trading partner of the United States and it subscribes to human rights, the private enterprise system, freedom and democracy. Taiwan has become a model of economic and political success. We are very proud of the achievements of the free people of Taiwan. I am honored to serve as the cochair of the Senate Taiwan Caucus, which was officially kicked off on September 17 with 11 members. We now have 14 members, and I hope more Senators will join this caucus and further strengthen the relationship between the U.S. Senate and Taiwan's Parliament and the people of America and Taiwan. Again, my congratulations to Taiwan and its people on their National Day. May you remain the land of freedom.”