Doctors slam WHO for failures

Wu Yung-tung (吳運東), president of the Taiwan Medical Association, said the World Medical Association (WMA) -- an international organization representing physicians -- has already passed a resolution to support Taiwan's bid to enter the WHO.

Wu Yung-tung said that the WMA's support demonstrates professional recognition of Taiwan's medical achievements.

Chang Chin-un (張錦文), president of the Taiwan Hospital Association, noted that Hong Kong is a member of the WHO, even though it is not a state.

"If Hong Kong can be a WHO member, why can't Taiwan be?" he asked.