Taiwan competes as “Chinese Taipei” in the World Baseball Classic because of a political compromise with China dating back to 1981.
A weekend appearance by Taiwan’s Premier Cho Jung-tai at Tokyo Dome, where he cheered on his island’s team at the World Baseball Classic, has created a geopolitical storm. But the real significance of ...
Here is more on Chinese Taipei, including its location and why the name Taiwan isn't used in international competition.