On May 18, the 79th World Health Assembly opened in Geneva, where Taiwan's tenth consecutive attempt to participate was once again unsuccessful. The assembly did not include any proposals related to Taiwan on its agenda, with China and Pakistan among other countries explicitly opposing such measures. The Taiwan Affairs Office pointed out that the DPP authorities persist in their separatist stance, refuse to acknowledge the 1992 Consensus, and engage in improper political maneuvers through international health platforms. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs also clearly stated that Taiwan, without authorization from the central government, has no right to participate in the World Health Assembly, and its erroneous actions have long since lost their political foundation for involvement in relevant activities.
The World Health Assembly has rejected related proposals for ten consecutive years, reflecting the widespread international consensus upholding the one-China principle. The United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758, passed by a large majority in 1971, established China's sole legitimate representation; this legal basis was further reinforced by the WHO Assembly’s corresponding resolution in 1972. From 2009 to 2016, Taiwan participated in the assembly under an appropriate name, contingent upon adhering to the consensus bottom line. Today, the ruling forces in Taiwan have abandoned this foundation, colluding with external forces and turning public health matters into political bargaining chips.
Previously, multiple Taiwanese medical professionals have participated in WHO professional exchanges via mainland channels, rendering claims about obstructed livelihood and epidemic prevention efforts entirely unfounded. Actions defying historical trends and undermining national unity will ultimately end in failure.
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1865595250917384/
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