HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 2025-3873RESOLUTION NO. 2025- S?7S
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH,
FLORIDA, APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING THE
114TH NATIONAL DAY OF THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA (TAIWAN); PROVIDING FOR
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, the Republic of China (Taiwan) will observe its 114th National Day on October
10, 2025, marking more than a century of democratic development and commitment to
freedom and self -governance; and
WHEREAS, Taiwan and the United States share a strong and enduring friendship rooted
in the Taiwan Relations Act of 1979, with Taiwan serving as a vital partner in promoting peace,
stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region; and
WHEREAS, Taiwan is a key economic partner to both the United States and the State of
Florida, ranking as the United States' 7th largest trading partner and Florida's 4th largest
bilateral merchandise trade market in the Asia-Pacific region; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Sunny Isles Beach (the "City") wishes to
formally recognize Taiwan's generous humanitarian support following Hurricanes Helene and
Milton, and values its multiple sister -city relationships across the nation, and its cultural ties
that strengthen mutual understanding and goodwill.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SUNNY
ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Approval Issuance of Proclamation. The City Commission hereby approves the
issuance of a proclamation recognizing October 10th, 2025, as National Day of the Republic of
China (Taiwan) in the City.
Section 2. Authorization of City Manager. The City Manager is hereby authorized to do all
things necessary to effectuate this Resolution.
Section 3. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 21St day of Ay u�t, 2025.
Larisa'SVechin, Mayor
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ATTEST:
Mauricib Betancur,
APPROVED AS TO FORM
AND LEGAL SUFFICIENCY:
City Clerk Alain E. Boileau, for Nabors, Giblin &
Nickerson, P.A., City Attorney
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WHEREAS, The Republic of China (Taiwan) observes the 114th National Day on October 10th, 2025; and
WHEREAS, the United States and Taiwan have maintained close friendship based on the 1979 Taiwan
Relations Act (Public Law 96 -896th Congress), which established the basis of U.S. -Taiwan ties. And under
the leadership of President Lai Ching-te, it has been demonstrated that Taiwan is a pivotal force for
democratic stability and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific; and
WHEREAS, the United States Department of State, while stating that China was using the UNGA
Resolution 2758 as a tool to falsely portray Taiwan's status as illegitimate as a means to suppress Taiwan,
also reaffirmed the unwavering United States commitment to Taiwan and the long-standing efforts to
preserve peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait; and
WHEREAS, Taiwan is the United States' 7th largest trading partner, as well as Florida's 4th largest
bilateral merchandise trade market in the Asia-Pacific region; and
WHEREAS, the United States House of Representatives approved the United States -Taiwan Expedited
Double -Tax ReliefAct by an overwhelming majority on January 15, 2025, underscoring the high regard and
strong support on both sides of aisle for addressing double taxation issues between the two countries; and
WHEREAS, Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton made landfall in September and October 2024,
respectively, impacting vast areas and causing casualties and damage, and the Government of Taiwan
donated $300, 000 through the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Miami to the Florida Disaster Fund;
and
WHEREAS, Taiwan and the United States signed the Memorandum of Understanding on bilateral economic
and trade cooperation on January 8, 2025, embodying the determination of both sides to advance toward a
stronger partnership on mutual trade, industry, and investment activities; and
WHEREAS, Taiwan's meaningful participation in numerous international organizations, including the
International Civil Aviation Organization, the World Health Organization, the United Nations Framework
Convention on Climate Change, and the International Criminal Police Organization would benefit regional
development, peace, and prosperity; and
WHEREAS, since the establishment of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Miami in 1988, Taiwan
has developed sister-state/sister-city relations with Florida, and we are proud to have the `City in Florida'
be a sister -city with `City in Taiwan'. We support Taiwan's mission of economic liberalization,
democratization and significant international participation.
NOW, THEREFORE, DO I, Larisa Svechin, as Mayor, and on behalf of the City of Sunny Isles Beach,
hereby proclaim October 10, 2025, as Republic of China (Taiwan) National Day in the City of
Sunny Isles Beach.
Date: October 10`x', 2025
Mayor Larisa Svechin
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Commissioners
FROM: Larisa Svechin, Mayor
DATE: August 21, 2025
RE: Proclamation Presented for Republic of China (Taiwan) National Day.
RECOMMENDATION:
This resolution is presented for your consideration.
REASONS:
In recognition of the 114th National Day of the Republic of China (Taiwan) on October 10, 2025, the
attached proclamation honors Taiwan's enduring friendship with the United States, its vital role in
promoting democratic values and economic prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region, and its generous
humanitarian support to Florida following recent natural disasters. The City joins communities across
the nation in celebrating Taiwan's contributions to global peace, trade, and international cooperation,
and reaffirms our support for Taiwan's meaningful participation in international organizations and
continued partnership with Florida.
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution
Proclamation
Item Number: 91
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