Taiwan independence movement
In 1945, after the defeat of the Empire of Japan in World War II, Taiwan was placed under the control of the Republic of China (ROC) with the signing of the Instrument of Surrender as a part of surrender ceremonies throughout the Asia-Pacific theater. The experience of Japanese rule, ROC rule, and the February 28 Incident (1947) continues to affect issues such as Retrocession Day, national identity, ethnic identity and the Taiwan independence movement.