Taiwan

About the flag

Taiwan is correct: this is the Republic of China (Taiwan) flag featuring the “Blue Sky with a White Sun”; the 12 rays mark the 12 months and traditional hours. The red field symbolizes the people, completing the slogan “Blue Sky, White Sun, and a Wholly Red Earth.” Adopted by the Republic of China in 1928 and retained in Taiwan after 1949, it reflects Sun Yat-sen’s Three Principles of the People. Due to Taiwan’s unique international status, athletes often compete under the “Chinese Taipei” flag. Memory tip: count the sun’s 12 rays and think “12 months over a red earth = Taiwan.”