WHO Excludes Taiwan from World Health Assembly for Eighth Consecutive Year

Taiwan's bid for observer status blocked by China, citing the one-China principle; international debate intensifies over health and politics.

Taiwan has been barred from attending the World Health Assembly since 2017 due to China's objections.
China maintains that Taiwan's participation violates the one-China principle, a stance supported by the majority of UN member states.
Taiwanese officials argue that excluding Taiwan undermines global health efforts, especially in pandemic prevention.
The United States and some Western countries support Taiwan's inclusion, highlighting its effective health responses.
The WHO's decision reflects ongoing geopolitical tensions and the complex interplay between health and international politics.