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According to the TAIWAN TODAY, the World Medical Association (WMA) resolution supporting Taiwan’s meaningful participation in the activities, mechanisms and meetings of the World Health Organization is sincerely appreciated by the government and people, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Oct. 16.
Adopted the day before during France-headquartered WMA’s 72nd General Assembly in London, the resolution called on the WHO to grant Taiwan observer status in the World Health Assembly so as to ensure the country’s participation on a substantive, timely and professional basis.
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The resolution called on the WHO to grant Taiwan observer status in the World Health Assembly. (Photo / Retrieved from Facebook)
TAIWAN TODAY says, the WMA is the decision-making body of the WHO, which comprises 115 Constituent Members and 1467 Associate Members. Taiwan Medical Association has been working closely with WMA for many years. The MOFA said WMA backing is a positive development reflecting the professionalism and integrity of medical experts around the world. It further underscores the importance of Taiwan’s WHO participation to public health, as well as the international community’s recognition of the country’s quality medical care and successful disease-fighting measures, the ministry added.
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WMA’s support for Taiwan is sincerely appreciated by the government and people. (Photo / Provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
MOFA calls on WHO to take a professional and impartial stance and make decisions based on the purpose of safeguarding the health and well-being of all mankind. We hope our voices are heard and the Taiwan Medical Association will continue to actively promote international medical exchanges and cooperation and expand the Taiwan’s network of friends.
