Because Hong Kong submitted its application for membership to the International Olympic Committee at 195 1, it was approved to become a full member in the same year and participate in the Olympic Games as an independent "Hong Kong".

China Taipei signed the Lausanne Agreement with the International Olympic Committee in Lausanne, Switzerland, confirming the name, flag and emblem of the Chinese Olympic Committee, so that the Chinese Olympic Committee enjoys equal rights with other national Olympic committees and can participate in various international sports organizations.