TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Taiwan envoy Huang Chih-yang (黃志揚) donated wheelchairs to disabled people in Turkey on Tuesday (Dec. 3) in support of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. 

Promoted by the United Nations, the day aims to advance the rights and well-being of individuals with disabilities.

Huang was invited to a disability-related event hosted by Erzurum City Government. The event drew over 300 participants, including Mayor Mehmet Sekmen, social welfare officials, and disadvantaged families, per CNA.

Sekmen expressed gratitude for Taiwan's donations and kindness. During the event, some individuals with disabilities performed songs, dances, and dramas.

“I am honored to represent Taiwan in donating wheelchairs and assistive devices,” Huang said. “Despite Taiwan and Turkey being 8,000 kilometers apart, the two countries maintain a close relationship.”

Sekmen pledged the government will continue to improve disabled people’s lives and increase their participation in schools and workplaces.