TAIPEI (TVBS News) — In a heartfelt bid to garner international support for Taiwan's (台灣) participation in the World Health Organization (WHO), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) released a promotional medical documentary titled "My Second Home" (「第二次出生」) on Monday (May 6).
The film showcases the real-life story of Sherlyn (傅小玲), an Indonesian child who received a successful liver transplant at the National Taiwan University Hospital, highlighting Taiwan's advanced medical capabilities.
A Story of Hope and Compassion
"My Second Home" was filmed on location in Indonesia (印尼), offering a glimpse into the emotional journey through the eyes of Sherlyn's mother. It conveys a universal message of parental love and compassion, underscoring the lengths to which parents will go for their children's health and well-being. This narrative aligns with Taiwan's New Southbound Policy on medical and health cooperation, initiated in 2018, which aims to share medical technology and resources with partner hospitals in New Southbound countries.
Taiwan's Call for International Support
The documentary concludes with this year's key visual of colorful human silhouettes holding hands around the globe, embodying the "Taiwan Can Help" (「台灣能幫忙」) spirit.
It serves as a powerful call to action for international support of Taiwan's inclusion in the WHO. Available in a full four-minute version and a 30-second highlight reel, the film will be accessible in 12 languages, including Chinese, English, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Thai, French, Japanese, Spanish, German, Arabic, Ukrainian, and Portuguese, catering to a global audience.
MOFA is leveraging social media platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and X to disseminate the film, inviting viewers worldwide to watch and share the touching story.
Through "My Second Home," Taiwan aims to demonstrate its commitment to global health and its readiness to contribute significantly to the international community.
