HCONRES 440 · 108th Congress · International Affairs
Expressing the sense of Congress that the United States should resume normal diplomatic relations with the Republic of China on Taiwan, and for other purposes.
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EnactedLatest: Referred to the House Committee on International Relations.(2004-06-02)
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States that the United States commends the people of the Republic of China on Taiwan for having established a democracy and for repeatedly reaffirming their dedication to democratic ideals and human rights. Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) the President should recognize the Republic of China on Taiwan as a sovereign government, separate from the communist regime in Beijing, and immediately resume normal diplomatic relations with the Republic of China on Taiwan; (2) the United States should enter into a bilateral agreement with the Republic of China on Taiwan acknowledging a sense of unity between the Republic of China on Taiwan and the United States and a common determination to maintain Western Pacific regional security; and (3) the Republic of China on Taiwan should be permitted to participate fully in all international organizations for which statehood is a requirement for membership, including the United Nations.…
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