A resolution 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.

This Senate resolution marks the 30th anniversary of Taiwan's first direct presidential election, held on March 23, 1996. It commends Taiwan for building and keeping a democratic system and calls Taiwan's democracy a strategic strength and a key part of United States-Taiwan relations. It states the Senate's commitment to supporting Taiwan's self-defense and to existing U.S. policy under the Taiwan Relations Act, the Three Communiques, and the Six Assurances. It also states that nothing in the resolution authorizes the use of military force.

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Sponsors

• Tammy Duckworth Democrat sponsor
• 14 cosponsors