(CNA, Geneva, May 17, reported by Wu Po-wei) Taiwanese civic groups and overseas compatriots from various sectors held a parade in Geneva this morning to support Taiwan's participation in the World Health Assembly (WHA). Over a hundred people, including many foreign friends supportive of Taiwan, participated in the event. The crowd sang the Taiwanese folk song 'Bopu-chhun' (Longing for the Spring Breeze) together, creating a moving scene. The 79th World Health Assembly (WHA) is set to begin on the 18th. On the eve of its opening, overseas Taiwanese, students, and civic groups from around the world traditionally hold a parade in Geneva to support Taiwan, calling on the international community to recognize Taiwan's contributions and support its inclusion in the World Health Organization (WHO) and other international organizations. This year's parade started at the International Telecommunication Union building near the Place des Nations and proceeded to the vicinity of Mon Repos Park by Lake Geneva. With over a hundred participants, the parade procession was large and vocal. In addition to local compatriots from Switzerland, many overseas Taiwanese and students residing in Europe made a special trip to support the event, hoping to make Taiwan visible to the world. Lo Chung-wan, CEO of the Federation of Taiwanese Medical Organizations in Europe, told CNA that as a member of the world, Taiwan possesses rich medical experience and a history of aiding other countries. Therefore, Taiwan has the ability to help the world. In terms of economic, public health, and medical development, these are all areas where Taiwan can contribute to society and help the world. As the procession reached its destination, the participants sang the Taiwanese folk song 'Bopu-chhun' and the classic Taiwanese song 'Ai Piah Chiah E Yia' (You Have to Fight to Win), creating a warm and touching atmosphere. In fact, Taiwan's medical contributions are recognized by many internationally, and several int