Radio Taiwan International
Date: 2018-01-15
A civic group is calling for a referendum over the name that Taiwan uses at the
Civic groups call for a referendum about Taiwan’s name in international competitions. (CNA)
Olympics: “Chinese Taipei.” That name was adopted in 1981, due to pressure from China, which sees Taiwan as part of its territory. It’s a compromise which has enabled athletes to Taiwan to participate not just in the Olympics, but in other international competitions as well.
But now activists say that Taiwan should hold a nationwide referendum to allow citizens to decide on whether to keep the name or change it to “Taiwan.” Changing the name would likely prompt strong opposition from China, which could use its clout to block Taiwan’s participation. [FULL STORY]