Taiwan's government is pushing back after South Korean organizers stripped the word "Taiwan" from its exhibit — a setback for Taipei's cultural diplomacy and another sign of Beijing's reach.

• Taiwan's national art museum was set to appear at next month's Gwangju Biennale under the name "Taiwan Pavilion," but organizers changed it to the museum's initials.
• Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung said Taipei is negotiating with both the biennale foundation and Gwangju city to restore the agreed name.
• Taipei argues the switch breaks a signed agreement and cuts against freedom of artistic expression.
• Gwangju is a symbolic choice — the city is known in South Korea for its democracy and human rights movement, which Taipei is using as leverage.

Outlook: With the opening still weeks away, Taipei is betting quiet talks can get the name restored before doors open.