Gallagher, Krishnamoorthi on Taiwan Elections

WASHINGTON, DC – Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-WI) and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL), Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party, today released the statement below following the successful Taiwan presidential and parliamentary elections. 

"We want to offer our congratulations to the people of Taiwan on their successful, free, and fair elections. Taiwan stands as a gleaming representation of a flourishing democracy and a symbol of bravery in the face of near-constant authoritarian pressure. 

We want to further congratulate President-elect Lai Ching-te on his victory in the presidential election, as well as the lawmakers and candidates from all parties for their victories in Taiwan’s legislative body. We look forward to working with President-elect Lai and continuing to build a strong U.S.-Taiwan partnership.

Finally, we want to express our gratitude and appreciation for President Tsai Ing-wen’s eight years in office. President Tsai has been a proven friend to the United States, and we wish her well in all future endeavors. 

During this transition period and into President-elect Lai’s forthcoming term in office, the United States will continue to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with our friends in Taiwan."