UN General Assembly
2018

Taiwan has been implementing the Sustainable Development Goals and has released a voluntary national review. It has the capacity to contribute to a wide range of United Nations programmes that are relevant to global progress. Diseases such as tuberculosis know no boundaries, and Taiwan has brought its policy framework in line with global efforts. Taiwan has served as a primary partner of my own nation in addressing non-communicable diseases, which are now at crisis levels. Blocking Taiwan’s participation does not benefit global human welfare. In conclusion, it is imperative that, as truly united nations, we take to heart the national motto of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Jepilpin ke Ejukaan, which translates as “accomplishment through joint effort”. What we do as leaders at the United Nations and beyond is a legacy for the next generation and those that follow.