DG Chen interviewed by veteran broadcaster Mr. Jim Lang on 105.9 The Region for Taiwan to participate in the WHA
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General-Director Jin-ling Chen was interviewed by veteran broadcaster Mr. Jim Lang on 105.9 The Region, urging international support for Taiwan to participate in the World Health Assembly (WHA).
Here's a summary:
Q: Why is Taiwan not a member of the WHO?
Q: Is there a reason why WHA, the governing body, year after year cave-in to China?
Q: Why is Taiwan’s inclusion important?
A: General-Director Chen explained:
Taiwan has been excluded from the UN system since 1971, leaving its 23 million people without representation. Taiwanese officials and experts are barred from WHA, and even tourists and journalists with Taiwanese passports cannot visit the UN headquarters in New York or Geneva.
China misinterprets UN Resolution 2758 to block Taiwan's participation, though it doesn't prohibit Taiwan from joining international organizations or endorse China's "One China Principle."
Health is a basic human right, and Taiwan shouldn't be excluded from WHO's global health network. During COVID-19, Taiwan was among the few countries that effectively managed the pandemic. Taiwan seeks to contribute its healthcare expertise to support other nations and enhance the global health system's resilience.
