Page 5 - 2024 Taiwan Health and Welfare Report

Preface

medical disputes and promote harmonious doctor-patient relationships. Furthermore, we are restructuring the
salary system for social workers in private institutions to retain frontline professionals, strengthen public-private
partnerships, and implement the concept of a robust social safety net.

In light of the rise in sexual harassment cases and the "#MeToo" movement that gained momentum in
Taiwan in 2023, the MOHW worked closely with the Executive Yuan to comprehensively review the three gender
equality laws and amend the Sexual Harassment Prevention Act. Through amending and strengthening laws and
mechanisms, we aim to create a gender-friendly environment. To further enhance the protection service system,

MOHW has established the "Sexual Image Abuse Reporting Center," which provides immediate assistance to
minors, adults, and victims facing threats or the dissemination of sexual images, swiftly removing such images to
prevent secondary harm.

The 76th World Health Assembly (WHA) was held in Geneva, Switzerland, in May 2023, marking the first
post-pandemic era participation by MOHW's former Minister Jui-Yuan Hsueh, leading the "WHO Action Team"

to engage in medical and health cooperation exchanges. We sought bilateral meetings with key countries and
international health organizations, hosted professional forums and international press conferences, and actively
participated in professional meetings on the sidelines of WHA, demonstrating Taiwan's determination and
commitment to contributing to global health affairs.

With the dissolution of the Central Epidemic Command Center for COVID-19 on May 1, 2023, Taiwan

officially entered the post-pandemic era. MOHW will continue to monitor the pandemic, support vulnerable groups,
strengthen social safety nets, enhance long-term care services, safeguard
individuals' medical rights, improve the medical environment, ensure food
and drug safety, and expand international exchanges and cooperation to
promote the health and well-being of all citizens. Our mission is to be the
most trustworthy ministry in Taiwan by continuously investing in public
health initiatives and realizing the vision of a "Healthy Taiwan."

Sincerely
Minister of Health and Welfare

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