World United Formosans for Independence

World United Formosans for Independence
Traditional Chinese 臺灣獨立建國聯盟

The World United Formosans for Independence (Chinese: 臺灣獨立建國聯盟), also known as WUFI, is an organization promoting Taiwan independence. It was established in 1970 by like-minded organizations in Canada, the U.S., Japan, Europe, and Taiwan. Its aim is to establish a Republic of Taiwan.

Pro-independence activist Ng Chiau-tong, who served as the Chairman of the WUFI from 1995 until 2011, died in office from complications of surgery on November 17, 2011.[1]

References

  1. Wang, Chris (2011-11-18). "Pioneer of Taiwan independence dies". Taipei Times. Retrieved 2011-11-19.


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