立法院副院長江啟臣於本（5月24）日下午8時代表韓國瑜院長率領跨黨派立委視導團赴瑞士日內瓦，為我國爭取參加「第77屆世界衛生大會」（WHA），此次行程為期6天，預計5月30日返台。團員包括國民黨籍陳菁徽委員、民進黨籍王正旭委員及民眾黨籍林憶君委員等3位跨黨派代表。
On the evening of May 24, Vice President Dr. Johnny C. Chiang, representing President Daniel K.Y. Han, led a cross-party delegation from the Legislative Yuan to Geneva, Switzerland, to advocate for Taiwan's participation in the 77th World Health Assembly (WHA). The delegation's visit will last for six days, with a planned return to Taiwan on May 30. The team includes three cross-party representatives-- Legislator Chen Ching-hui of the Kuomintang (KMT), Legislator Wang Cheng-hsu of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), and Legislator Lin Yi-chun of the Taiwan People's Party (TPP).
江副院長首先偕3位立委合影，為此行國會外交出訪加油打氣。江副院長受訪時表示，視導團是由具醫衞專業背景的跨黨派立委組成，此行主要目的是與衛福部行動團及當地僑民宣達團一同為台灣爭取參加「第77屆世界衛生大會」發聲，並盼藉此擴大國際支持。
Vice President Chiang, along with the three legislators, first posed for a photograph to boost morale for the parliamentary diplomatic mission. Vice President Chiang stated in an interview that the delegation is composed of cross-party legislators with backgrounds in health and medical fields. The primary objective of this trip is to join forces with the Ministry of Health and Welfare’s action team and local expatriate groups to advocate for Taiwan's participation in the 77th WHA and to expand international support for Taiwan.
江副院長繼表示， 「世界衛生組織」（WHO）是全球衛生最重要組織，目的是為全人類謀求最高的健康標準，其加入標準應該是不分國家、種族、年齡、性別，且不應以任何理由排除任何人的參與，也就是所謂的「健康人權」。
Vice President Chiang continued by stating that the World Health Organization (WHO) is the most important global health organization, aiming to achieve the highest health standards for all humanity. The criteria for joining should be universal, regardless of country, race, age, or gender, and should not exclude anyone for any reason. This reflects the principle of "health rights."
江副院長續提到，本次視導團除將透過參加周邊會議及活動，與出席「世界衛生大會」的各國衞生官員及專業人士交流外，也希望與其他友好國家代表見面，並表達台灣希望能夠參與世界衛生大會的訴求，因為這是全台灣人民的共同期盼。他強調，台灣的衛生醫療水準舉世有目共睹，尤其是經過新冠疫情之後，再次證明了台灣醫療的優質量能、專業實力與韌性，更重要的是，也充分展現出台灣有意願也有能力參與國際醫療活動，並作出具體貢獻。
Vice President Chiang further mentioned that, in addition to participating in meetings and events on the sidelines, the delegation aims to engage with health officials and professionals from various countries attending the WHA. They also hope to meet with representatives from other friendly nations to express Taiwan's desire to participate in the WHA, reflecting the shared aspiration of all Taiwanese people. He emphasized that Taiwan's healthcare standards are globally recognized, and the recent experience of the COVID-19 pandemic has once again demonstrated Taiwan's high-quality medical capabilities, professional expertise, and resilience. More importantly, it has showcased Taiwan's willingness and ability to engage in international medical activities and make concrete contributions.
江副院長最後表示，未來幾天，視導團除了將參與周邊的醫療專業論壇外，同時也會進行國會外交，安排拜會瑞士當地的議員及政要，希望藉此提高台灣的能見度，也展現台灣願意參與國際衛生合作的決心與承諾。
Vice President Chiang concluded by stating that, in the coming days, the delegation will not only participate in surrounding medical professional forums but will also engage in parliamentary diplomacy. They have scheduled meetings with Swiss parliamentarians and dignitaries to raise Taiwan's visibility and demonstrate Taiwan's determination and commitment to participating in international health cooperation.
王正旭委員表示，很高興能代表民進黨與江副院長及兩位委員一起參加今年的WHA立委視導團。他指出，依據WHO所發布的第14期工作計畫，未來三年內規劃了6大優先領域，包含：因應氣候變遷及健康威脅持續升級的衛生體系及社會、將解決健康問題的因素納入跨部會關鍵決策中、推動初級健康照護方法並改善健康不平等、改善衛生服務範圍及財務保障以降低不平等、有效預防、因應、準備新興健康風險、即時偵測並有效因應健康衛生緊急事件等。此計畫重點與賴總統欲推展的「健康台灣政策」近乎一致，因此，台灣可透過健康台灣政策與世界接軌，並與WHO共同努力，一同完善全球醫療衛生機制，保護全人類的健康。其中最重要的一項是「對抗新興疾病」，因為台灣位於對抗新興傳染疾病的第一島鏈上，我們確定台灣可以貢獻給世界，世界也需要台灣。
Legislator Wang Cheng-hsu expressed his pleasure at representing the DPP alongside Vice President Chiang and the other legislators on this year's WHA legislative delegation. He noted that according to the 14th General Program of Work issued by the WHO, six priority areas are planned for the next three years. The areas are strengthening health systems and social resilience in response to climate change and escalating health threats; integrating determinants of health into cross-sectoral key decision-making; promoting primary health care approaches and addressing health inequities; improving the scope and financial protection of health services to reduce inequities; effectively preventing, responding to, and preparing for emerging health risks; and detecting and responding to health emergencies in real-time. He highlighted that these focus areas align closely with President Lai's "Healthy Taiwan Policy," and thus Taiwan can integrate its Healthy Taiwan Policy with global standards and work with the WHO to enhance the global health system and protect human health. One of the most critical aspects is combating emerging diseases, as Taiwan stands on the front line of combating emerging infectious diseases. Taiwan is confident in its ability to contribute to global efforts, and the world needs Taiwan's contributions.
陳菁徽委員受訪時表示，很榮幸與經驗豐富江副院長一起前往日內瓦進行醫療國會外交，她相信3位委員都有專業背景，將與許多友邦代表及相關組織進行深入交流，她也會就少子化、高齡化等議題與各國先進切磋學習。此外，也會大力宣介台灣在公共衛生及醫療體系上的卓越表現，不讓台灣在世界醫療環境中缺席，相信這次視導團會盡力為台灣的醫療外交打拼。
Legislator Chen Ching-hui expressed her honor at joining the experienced Vice President Chiang in Geneva for medical parliamentary diplomacy. She is confident that the three legislators, each with a professional background, will engage in in-depth discussions with representatives from many friendly nations and relevant organizations. Legislator Chen also plans to exchange insights on issues such as declining birth rates and an aging population with advanced countries. Additionally, she will actively promote Taiwan's outstanding performance in public health and healthcare systems, ensuring that Taiwan remains visible in the global health arena. She believes the delegation will make every effort to advance Taiwan's medical diplomacy.
林憶君委員則表示，藥師在疫情中幫助國家進行多項防疫措施，例如口罩實名制、快篩、送藥到府等，協助政府控制疫情擴散，彰顯出台灣擁有完善的公衛體制。此行也希望能夠分享台灣成功的經驗，協助世界上更多的人民。由於政治因素干擾，今年台灣迄未收到參加WHA的邀請函，所以視導團最重要的目的，就是促請WHA恢復台灣觀察員的身分，以協助世衞組織建立一個真正平等互惠的全球醫療體系。
Legislator Lin Yi-chun remarked that pharmacists played a crucial role during the pandemic by implementing various preventive measures, such as the real-name mask system, rapid testing, and home delivery of medications, which helped the government control the spread of the pandemic and demonstrated Taiwan's robust public health system. This visit aims to share Taiwan's successful experiences and assist more people around the world. Due to political interference, Taiwan has not yet received an invitation to participate in this year's WHA. Therefore, the most important goal of the delegation is to urge the WHA to restore Taiwan's observer status to help the WHO establish a truly equitable and reciprocal global healthcare system.
江副院長最後補充表示，今年世界衛生大會的主題是「All for Health，Health for all」，這也再次證明，健康是不分國界，不分你我，不應該排除任何一個國家。他也呼籲對岸在此時應停止對台打壓，停止軍演，同時讓台灣人民在最基本的衛生人權訴求，可以被各國聽見，並予我國支持，這是此次國會外交的重要目標。
Vice President Chiang concluded by noting that the theme of this year's World Health Assembly is "All for Health, Health for All," which reinforces that health knows no borders and should not exclude any country. He called on China to cease its suppression of Taiwan and stop military exercises. At the same time, he emphasized the need for the international community to hear and support Taiwan's basic health rights claims. Achieving this is a crucial goal of the parliamentary diplomacy mission.
