WHO move ‘highly unfavourable’ for Taiwan as uncertainty reigns in new Trump era
Taiwan's efforts to join the World Health Organization face a significant setback with Donald Trump's return to the White House. Analysts suggest that Trump's decision to withdraw the US from the WHO removes a crucial supporter of Taiwan's bid for "meaningful participation" in the World Health Assembly. This development adds uncertainty to Taiwan's security, hi-tech industries, and trade as it plans to launch a new campaign for observer status during the WHO's annual assembly in Geneva.
The US, as the WHO's largest financial backer, plays a pivotal role in supporting Taiwan's international ambitions. Trump's executive order to exit the WHO, citing its mishandling of the Covid-19 pandemic and lack of reforms, reverts the decision made by Joe Biden to rejoin the body. This shift is unfavorable for Taiwan, which relies on US backing to gain support from other democracies. Experts, such as Professor Chen Ping-kuei from National Chengchi University, express concern over the potential impacts on Taiwan's healthcare diplomacy and broader international relations.
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Taiwan's efforts to join the World Health Organization face a significant setback with Donald Trump's return to the White House. Analysts suggest that Trump's decision to withdraw the US from the WHO removes a crucial supporter of Taiwan's bid for "meaningful participation" in the World Health Assembly. This development adds uncertainty to Taiwan's security, hi-tech industries, and trade as it plans to launch a new campaign for observer status during the WHO's annual assembly in Geneva.
The US, as the WHO's largest financial backer, plays a pivotal role in supporting Taiwan's international ambitions. Trump's executive order to exit the WHO, citing its mishandling of the Covid-19 pandemic and lack of reforms, reverts the decision made by Joe Biden to rejoin the body. This shift is unfavorable for Taiwan, which relies on US backing to gain support from other democracies. Experts, such as Professor Chen Ping-kuei from National Chengchi University, express concern over the potential impacts on Taiwan's healthcare diplomacy and broader international relations.
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