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Taiwan–Saint Vincent Cooperation Highlighted at Achievement Presentation for Joint Emergency-Response Project
The Taiwan Technical Mission in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) last Friday held a presentation to review the progress of a joint medical project between the two nations.
Since 2021, the International Cooperation and Development Fund (TaiwanICDF) has worked with SVG on the Public Health Emergency Response System Enhancement Project, which is scheduled to conclude in November after four years of implementation. Partnering closely with Taiwan’s Mackay Memorial Hospital, the project has significantly strengthened SVG’s public health and emergency response capacities. It has bolstered epidemic prevention, first aid services, and medical resources, while enhancing the nation’s ability to respond to international events and large-scale disasters — underscoring Taiwan’s commitment to global public health.
The presentation, held at the Beachcombers Hotel, was co-hosted by SVG Minister of Health, Wellness and the Environment St. Clair Prince and Taiwan’s ambassador to SVG, Fiona Huei-Chun Fan (范惠君). More than 35 key representatives from institutions such as the National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO), the police and fire departments, and the media attended, highlighting the importance of Taiwan–SVG cooperation. At the event, Taiwan formally donated a modern ambulance, 300 wheelchairs, and other medical equipment to support the soon-to-be-opened Argyle Emergency Hospital.
Ambassador Fan said the project has trained more than 200 police, fire, and medical personnel over the past four years, and distributed 1,000 packages of health education materials. Trainees have already provided medical support at emergency stations for major events such as the CELAC Summit and the Cricket World Cup, serving both heads of state and the public. Their performance earned praise from SVG Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves, reflecting the project’s wide-reaching impact, she said.
Prince said he was particularly impressed by how the initiative has developed local trainers in emergency care and strengthened laboratory systems and ambulance services. These advances have enabled SVG to demonstrate greater resilience and self-reliance in the face of pandemics, hurricanes, and volcanic eruptions, he said.
Chief Medical Officer Simone Keizer-Beache said the project was carefully tailored to SVG’s needs, focusing on training, equipment, and systems to build localized emergency response capabilities. She expressed hope for continued cooperation with Taiwan to further strengthen the nation’s health system.
TaiwanICDF Deputy Secretary-General Peifen Hsieh concluded that the project represents the combined efforts of both teams and reflects Taiwan’s spirit of sharing expertise to safeguard health. She reaffirmed the TaiwanICDF’s commitment to deepening cooperation with SVG to protect public health and build a safer, more sustainable future.
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