Gwangju Biennale Relents, Agrees to Use 'Taiwan Pavilion' Name

A dispute over the name of the "Taiwan Pavilion" at the Gwangju Biennale in South Korea has been resolved. The Gwangju Biennale Foundation announced it will fully accept the demands and use "Taiwan Pavilion (Taiwan Pavilion)" for the exhibition.

The controversy arose when the Gwangju Biennale initially resisted using the name "Taiwan Pavilion," reportedly due to political considerations. This stance drew significant attention and pushback.

Taiwan's Ministry of Culture, along with various other stakeholders, took a firm stance, demanding that the official designation be used. Their strong advocacy played a crucial role in pressuring the Biennale organizers to reconsider their position.

Following the sustained pressure and clear demands from Taiwan, the Gwangju Biennale Foundation ultimately conceded. The foundation's decision to fully adopt the name "Taiwan Pavilion" marks a resolution to the naming controversy.