Organizations on the Chinese mainland have expressed their desire
to help Taiwan fight severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS).
The All-China Federation of Trade Unions sent a letter Saturday
expressing its sympathy and good wishes to the Taiwanese workers
who are now threatened by SARS.
The federation said in the letter it was prepared to donate
high-quality anti-SARS goods to Taiwan.
The head of the All-China Youth Federation delivered a speech
Sunday, saying the organization is pleased to help build a safe and
healthy place to live for the 23 million compatriots in Taiwan.
The All-China Women's Federation also sent its sincere greetings
Sunday to the women of various circles in Taiwan, saying that it is
willing to offer any help possible to prevent the spread of SARS
there.
(Xinhua News Agency May 25, 2003)