H.Res. 1366

Commending Taiwan on the 30th anniversary of its first direct presidential election in 1996, and expressing support for Taiwan in the preservation of its democratic institutions.

Official summary

Written by the Congressional Research Service.

This resolution commemorates Taiwan’s first direct presidential election, which was held on March 23, 1996, and commends Taiwan for preserving a democratic system. The resolution also expresses commitment to supporting Taiwan's self-defense.

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Sec. 1. Commemoration statement

The House of Representatives of the United States—

(1) commemorates the significance of Taiwan’s first direct presidential election, which was held on March 23, 1996;

(2) commends Taiwan for building and sustaining a robust democratic system;

(3) regards Taiwan’s vibrant democracy as a great example for the free world and a key component of strong and enduring United States-Taiwan relations;

(4) is committed to supporting Taiwan’s self-defense and the liberty of its people; and

(5) remains committed to the United States policy toward Taiwan that has been established by the Taiwan Relations Act (Public Law 96–8; 22 U.S.C. 3301 et seq.), the Three Communiqués, and the Six Assurances towards Taiwan.